Mayweather's Fight Canceled Amid Lawsuit

Floyd Mayweather's planned return to the boxing ring in Greece for an exhibition match against Mike Zambidis, scheduled for June 27th, 2026, has been abruptly canceled. The fight was halted due to a lawsuit filed by promoters CSI, who claim Mayweather had already committed to fighting Mike Tyson under a prior contract and had accepted millions in advance payments.

The legal intervention by CSI effectively stopped the exhibition, preventing Mayweather from earning much-needed liquidity. This situation unfolds as Mayweather reportedly grapples with significant financial challenges, including ongoing lawsuits against former partners for alleged theft of hundreds of millions of dollars.

Despite the cancellation, CSI's original plan for Mayweather included a fight against Mike Tyson in September and a potential bout with Manny Pacquiao in 2027. While these matchups might be past their prime, they are still expected to generate substantial interest and revenue.

Zuffa Boxing founder Dana White commented on Mayweather's financial struggles, expressing empathy and hinting at a possible future collaboration. However, he noted that Zuffa Boxing would likely not get involved until Mayweather's current legal entanglements are resolved, unless external partners like those in Saudi Arabia were willing to invest.