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The “Money” tour is heading to the Mediterranean.
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Undefeated boxing icon Floyd Mayweather Jr. has officially confirmed he will face Greek kickboxing legend Mike “Iron” Zambidis in an exhibition bout titled “Battle of the Legends.”
The high-profile clash is set for Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Telekom Center within the OAKA Olympic Complex in Athens, Greece.
Here’s everything you need to know about the fight.
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Are Floyd Mayweather and Mike Zambidis fighting?
It’s official. Floyd Mayweather Jr. is scheduled to face Greek kickboxing legend Mike “Iron” Zambidis in an exhibition boxing match this summer.
After weeks of rumors and a social media teaser from Zambidis back in February, Mayweather personally confirmed the bout on Monday. The fight is being billed as the “Battle of the Legends.”
Though Mayweather is way past his prime, this is his third fight scheduled for 2026. He also has bouts with retired legends Mike Tyson and Manny Pacquiao in April and September, respectively.
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When will Mayweather and Zambidis fight?
Mayweather Jr. and Zambidis will fight in an exhibition boxing match on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
Because this is an exhibition bout, the result will not affect Mayweather’s perfect 50-0 professional record.
This match is part of a busy 2026 tour for Mayweather that includes an exhibition against Mike Tyson in April and a professional rematch with Manny Pacquiao in September. Zambidis, a legendary 18-time world kickboxing champion, is a national sporting hero in Greece and is known for his aggressive style and knockout power.
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Where will Mayweather and Zambidis be fighting?
Mayweather and Mike Zambidis will be fighting at the Telekom Center within the OAKA Olympic Complex in Athens, Greece.
This venue, which famously hosted the 2004 Summer Olympics, will serve as the backdrop for their exhibition match on June 27. The choice of location is a nod to the birthplace of the Olympic Games and is expected to draw a massive local crowd to support Zambidis, who is a national sporting hero in Greece.
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Will the Mayweather vs. Zambidis fight be a professional, sanctioned bout?
No, the fight between Floyd Mayweather and Mike Zambidis will not be a professional, sanctioned bout.
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It is officially being billed as an exhibition match, which carries a few important distinctions. The result will not count toward Mayweather’s legendary 50-0 professional boxing record or Zambidis’ professional standing.
This is the second fight of Mayweather’s “World Tour,” following an April exhibition against Tyson and preceding his actual return to the professional ranking, in a sanctioned boxing rematch against Pacquiao this September.
Fans can expect slightly different rules — potentially including shorter rounds or heavier gloves — designed to prioritize entertainment over a competitive professional ranking.
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What weight class is Mayweather vs. Zambidis?
While a specific weight class hasn’t been officially locked in for their June 27 exhibition, the two fighters have very similar natural sizes.
Both Mayweather and Zambidis spent the majority of their prime careers competing in the Welterweight and Light Middleweight (Super Welterweight) divisions.
Because this is an exhibition match, there is no official belt on the line that requires a strict sanctioned weight. Instead, the fighters usually agree on a contractual weight — likely around the 154–160-pound range — to ensure the match is safe and entertaining for the fans in Athens.
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Floyd Mayweather net worth
Rumors that Floyd Mayweather is “broke” have circulated for years, but the evidence suggests he is anything but.
While his net worth is currently estimated at around $100 million to $450 million he remains one of the wealthiest athletes in history with career earnings exceeding $1.2 billion.
