Mike Tyson will return to the ring in 2026 to face Floyd Mayweather. Nevertheless, there is a notorious weight class difference between the two legendary pugilists.

After being defeated by Jake Paul in November 2024, many fans believed Mike Tyson wouldn’t step back into the ring again. They were proven wrong.

On Thursday, the legendary boxer announced his next challenge. “Iron Mike” will face Floyd Mayweather in 2026 despite the significant weight difference between them.

What is the actual weight class difference between Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather?

The weight gap between Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather is obvious. “Iron Mike” is a natural heavyweight, while “Money” is currently a welterweight.

For his bout against Jake Paul, Mike Tyson was listed at 228.4 pounds. As for Mayweath

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