Tyson vs Mayweather in Congo Revives Rumble in the Jungle Legacy

Tyson vs Mayweather in Congo is set to bring boxing back to one of its most symbolic stages. The exhibition bout between “Iron” Mike Tyson and Floyd “Money” Mayweather Jr. is tentatively scheduled for April 25, 2026, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the venue of the historic Rumble in the Jungle in 1974.

That fight in Kinshasa saw Muhammad Ali defeat George Foreman for the heavyweight title. Ali’s victory created one of the most famous moments in boxing history. More than 50 years later, two boxing icons want to revisit that stage.

Muhammad Ali knocks down George Foreman in the eighth round of the 1974 Rumble in the Jungle in Kinshasa

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Speculation about the Tyson vs Mayweather matchup has been circulating since September 2025. It was first announced without a confirmed venue or date. However, when a match between Mayweather and Mike Zambidis was announced for June 27, 2026, Tyson vs Mayweather seemed unlikely.

That changed when The Ring magazine announced the date and location for the bout between the two retired legends. The confirmation reignited excitement among fans eager to see a clash of eras. Tyson, 59, holds a 50-7 record and last fought Jake Paul in November 2024. Mayweather, 48, retired undefeated at 50-0 and faced John Gotti III in August 2024. Tyson built his name on early knockouts and heavyweight dominance. Mayweather built his on defense and precision across five weight classes.

Tyson Vs Mayweather exhibition fight is tentatively set for April 25th in the Congo – InsideRingShow

Tyson vs Mayweather in Congo draws clear inspiration from Ali’s famous night. It pairs two champions from different eras in the same country that hosted that historic clash. Tyson vs Mayweather will once again turn global attention toward DR Congo and its place in boxing history.