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Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather prediction: How the fight plays out

The contracts have been signed, according to a CSI Sports’ flyer promoting the ‘Legend vs. Legend’ fight. An exact date and location have not yet been officially announced, but the buildup for the fight has already begun.

Mayweather enters the fight with an undefeated 50-0 record while Tyson is coming off his in-ring return after nearly 20 years away, which was a loss to Jake Paul on Nov. 24, 2024. Tyson has a 50-7 overall professional record.

Here’s what experts are starting to say about the upcoming fight:

Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather prediction

Josh Peter of USA TODAY Sports writes: ‘If Mike Tyson looks as feeble as he did against Jake Paul, it’s hard to imagine Floyd Mayweather losing this fight. Then again, it’s hard to imagine these guys trying to hurt each other.’ Prediction: split decision.

Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather odds:

While official odds have not yet been released by any sportsbook, USA TODAY Sports’ boxing expert views the fight as Mayweather’s to lose, with odds around -140 Mayweather, +160 Tyson. 

This post appeared first on USA TODAY

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