Overview

• Shaquille O’Neal, 53, publicly accepted Charlie Mack’s challenge on social media after the Philadelphia figure called him out over a past dispute.
• Myles O’Neal said he was surprised by the decision and expressed concern, adding that he plans to be ringside to support and help with training.
• No timing or location has been set for the bout, and organizers have not disclosed the format or oversight as promotion continues.
• O’Neal tagged Celebrity Boxing in his acceptance and referenced “payback time” in response to Mack’s neck‑chop story from a Dallas autograph event.
• Coverage notes O’Neal’s prior exhibition experience with Oscar De La Hoya (2009) and Shane Mosley (2010) and his 2021 AEW appearance, while some reports also cite past kidney and liver issues.