Overview

• Tyson told an interviewer at a Hard Rock Bet event that even five of the biggest UFC names combined would not have matched his single-fight earnings.
• He framed his career choices around securing the largest purses, saying he was always the main attraction when he fought.
• Coverage notes Tyson’s peak boxing paydays commonly ranged from $10–30 million, with reports of more than $100 million for the 2002 Lennox Lewis bout, far above typical disclosed UFC payouts.
• Tyson’s late-2024 return against Jake Paul resulted in a decision loss but reportedly paid him about $20 million.
• Reports indicate an exhibition with Floyd Mayweather is planned for 2026, with streaming and event details variably reported and not fully confirmed.