“He’s probably not as physically active in the boxing gym as Floyd is,” said Johnny Nelson, expressing his concern about Mike Tyson’s ability to compete at 59. He pointed out that Floyd Mayweather still keeps himself in shape by “hitting the bag, moving around, and things like that.” Nelson suggested that when the two fighters finally meet, their egos, fueled by a turbulent past, are bound to clash, which might not end well for ‘Iron’ Mike Tyson.
While Mike Tyson seems to have the size advantage, Nelson believes his fighting style no longer suits his age. Floyd Mayweather, in contrast, “might be smaller, but he’ll be the one that’s got the movement. He’s still got the ring craft.” So, with the exhibition clash between Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson now confirmed for 2026, predic