Floyd Mayweather vs. Mike Zambidis Exhibition Match
Legendary boxer Floyd Mayweather is set to face off against veteran Greek kickboxer Mike Zambidis in an exhibition match this June, prior to his highly anticipated rematch with Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao. This impending showdown will take place in Athens and serves as preparation for Mayweather’s first professional fight in nearly a decade.
Upcoming Rematch with Manny Pacquiao
The rematch with Pacquiao, who is 47 years old, is scheduled for September 19 at the Sphere in Las Vegas, and fans can catch the event live on Netflix. This fight will revisit their historic 2015 encounter, hailed as the ‘Fight of the Century’ and renowned as the most lucrative bout in boxing history.
Mayweather’s Return to Boxing
Mayweather, who is 49, recently announced his return to boxing after four retirement periods, signaling his readiness to entertain fans once more.
“2026 is already shaping up to be an exciting year for me,”
he expressed through an Instagram post, teasing that this summer’s bout in Greece would be a legendary event.
Mike Zambidis’ Kickboxing Record
Mike Zambidis, 45, has an impressive kickboxing record of 157 wins, 24 losses, and 87 KOs. His last official fight took place in June 2015, making this exhibition an intriguing chapter as Mayweather looks to continue building his legacy after last competing professionally against MMA fighter Conor McGregor, where he secured a victory via a technical knockout in the tenth round in 2017.
Significance of Upcoming Events
The upcoming events promise to be significant moments in the world of combat sports, testing Mayweather’s prowess against different martial arts disciplines while building anticipation for the rematch a few months later. As the boxing world gears up for these matchups, fans are left wondering how the outcomes could affect the future of the sport due to the blending of exhibition matches with professional bouts.
