Floyd Mayweather to Face Greek Kickboxing Legend in Athens Exhibition

The undefeated boxing icon will take on Mike 'Iron' Zambidis in a highly anticipated 'Battle of the Legends' event.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Undefeated boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. has officially confirmed he will face Greek kickboxing great Mike 'Iron' Zambidis in an exhibition boxing match on June 27, 2026, at the Telekom Center in Athens, Greece. The high-profile clash, dubbed the 'Battle of the Legends,' will be part of Mayweather's 2026 'World Tour' that also includes exhibitions against Mike Tyson and a professional rematch with Manny Pacquiao.

Why it matters

This exhibition bout between two all-time great combat sports athletes is expected to draw massive interest in Greece, where Zambidis is a national hero, as well as from Mayweather's global fanbase. While not a professional sanctioned fight, the event will provide entertainment value and potentially a big payday for both fighters as part of Mayweather's busy 2026 schedule.

The details

The exhibition match will take place under slightly modified rules compared to a professional boxing match, potentially including shorter rounds or heavier gloves, in order to prioritize entertainment over a competitive professional ranking. Though Mayweather is well past his prime, the 49-year-old is scheduled to have three fights in 2026, including this exhibition against Zambidis, a rematch with Manny Pacquiao, and an exhibition with Mike Tyson.

  • The fight is scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026.
  • Mayweather is also set to face Manny Pacquiao in a professional rematch on September 19, 2026 in Las Vegas.

The players

Floyd Mayweather Jr.

An undefeated American boxing icon who is considered one of the greatest professional boxers of all time, with a career record of 50-0.

Mike 'Iron' Zambidis

A legendary Greek kickboxer who is a 18-time world champion and national sporting hero in Greece, known for his aggressive fighting style and knockout power.

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What they’re saying

“I just looked up Mike Zambidis, the Greek kickboxer Floyd is scheduled to fight in June. He's 45 years old and retired 10 years ago. Seems like easy work & a good payday for Money.”

— dave smith (Twitter)

“Mayweather is already set to take on Manny Pacquiao in a professional rematch on September 19th in Las Vegas.”

— Ring Magazine (Twitter)

What’s next

The fight details, including the specific weight class, are still being finalized between the two camps.

The takeaway

This exhibition bout between two all-time great combat sports athletes will provide entertainment value and a big payday for both fighters, while also tapping into the national pride of Greek fans who will support local hero Mike Zambidis against the legendary Floyd Mayweather.