*On March 26, 2026, the Internal Revenue Service officially filed a federal tax lien against boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. (age 49) in Clark County, Nevada. The lien, which became public knowledge after being widely reported on April 9, 2026, covers unpaid federal taxes from 2018 and 2023.
The total balance owed: $7.3 million.
As of the filing date, the IRS listed the amount as completely unpaid, giving the agency a legal claim on Mayweather’s property in Las Vegas — and potentially other assets — until the debt is settled. An attorney for Mayweather declined to comment when reached by Business Insider and other outlets.
A Recurring Pattern of Tax Troubles
This is far from Mayweather’s first major tax issue. Despite career earnings estimated at over $1 billion from boxing alone, the undefeated champion has repeatedly faced IRS liens, court orders, and payment delays.
Key moments in his tax history include:
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2023 Tax Court ruling: A judge ordered Mayweather to pay $5.5 million in tax deficiencies plus $1.1 million in penalties related to his 2017 taxes. The case stemmed from a disallowed $14 million deduction for legal expenses through Mayweather Promotions.
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$22+ million lien (2015): After his massive payday against Manny Pacquiao, the IRS filed a lien for unpaid taxes. Mayweather argued his wealth was “illiquid” and eventually paid using his 2017 Conor McGregor fight purse.
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Multiple earlier liens: From 2001 through 2015, Mayweather faced liens totaling tens of millions, including $6.17 million (2007), $7.2 million (2010), and others. He typically paid only after liens were filed.
A common thread throughout: Mayweather’s team frequently cites illiquid assets — real estate, investments, luxury items — despite his enormous earnings. He often requests payment extensions until a “liquidity event,” usually a major fight purse, arrives.
What the 2026 Lien Means for Mayweather
A tax lien does not mean immediate seizure of property. However, it places a legal cloud over Mayweather’s Las Vegas real estate and signals that the IRS is actively pursuing collection.
The timing is notable. Mayweather is currently in the midst of a boxing comeback:
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An exhibition bout against Mike Tyson is scheduled for April 2026.
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A potential professional fight against Manny Pacquiao is rumored for September 2026.
With significant fight purses expected from both events, many observers anticipate that Mayweather will resolve the $7.3 million lien using new earnings — a pattern he has followed before. As of April 10–11, 2026, there are no reports of resolution or additional court action beyond the lien filing.
Beyond the IRS: Other Financial Headlines
Mayweather has also faced recent lawsuits over allegedly unpaid bills and a public dispute with Netflix. Despite his long-standing “Money” persona — complete with luxury cars, private jets, and jewelry — these recurring tax issues continue to raise legitimate questions about cash flow and asset liquidity.
For now, the IRS has its claim. Whether Mayweather pays before his next fight or uses another legal delay remains to be seen. But one thing is clear: even for a billionaire boxer, the taxman always comes back around.
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