Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson will meet to settle a dream boxing matchup in an exhibition match between two icons next year.The pair sent shockwaves throughout the sport by announcing they will share the ring in a clash fans never believed would be possible.Tyson will return to the ring to battle fellow boxing icon, Mayweather, in 2026 Eleven years separate Tyson, who retired from professional boxing in 2005, and 48-year-old Mayweather, who finished with an unbeaten 50-0 record in 2017.In their heyday, Iron Mike reigned as heavyweight champion while ‘Money’ was a champion in five different weight classes.Confirmation of a bout between the two despite their age and size difference came as even more of a surprise considering Tyson’s worrying condition during his defeat to Jake Paul last November.However, the Baddest Man on the Planet revealed it was Mayweather’s idea to hold an exhibition bout in 2026.When is Floyd Mayweather vs Mike Tyson?Former undisputed heavyweight champion Tyson confirmed the news on Instagram, which said the fight will take place in spring 2026.The poster also stated that a specific date and location are to be determined, with Las Vegas and Saudi Arabia both potential options.How to watch Mayweather vs TysonNo broadcaster has yet been announced, but Netflix – which aired Tyson’s defeat to Paul – will likely be among the frontrunners.The event will be put on by CSI Sports/Fight Sports, with details around talkSPORT’s coverage to follow in due course.talkSPORT and talkSPORT.com will bring you all the latest news, views and analysis around the fight.To tune in to talkSPORT through the website, click HERE for the live stream.Mayweather never lost in his 50 fights, where he won titles in five weight classesGettyTyson has been retired since 2005 but has made returns to the ring since, notably against Jake PaulGettyListen via the talkSPORT app here, or on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.Visit talkSPORT BET for all the latest odds and bet boosts.Mayweather vs Tyson: UndercardMore to follow…MAIN EVENT: Floyd Mayweather vs Mike TysonHow did the fight come about?Tyson said: “When CSI came to me about stepping in the ring with Floyd Mayweather, I thought, ‘No way this happens,’ but Floyd said ‘yes’.At a Hard Rock Bet VIP event, the 59-year-old added: “I was minding my own business.Despite the shock-factor, Mayweather vs Tyson is anticipated to bring in huge numbersMike Tyson“I wasn’t bothering nobody. He just wanted to pick a fight.”What has Mayweather had to say?Mayweather, who beat Conor McGregor in his last professional fight, has competed in several exhibition bouts since retiring in 2017.He has fought Logan Paul, Deji and most recently John Gotti III, whom he weighed in at 160Ibs for.Mayweather said: “I’ve been doing this for 30 years and there hasn’t been a single fighter that can tarnish my legacy.“You already know that if I am going to do something, it’s going to be big and it’s going to be legendary.“I’m the best in the business of boxing.“This exhibition will give the fans what they want.”