The Nevada State Athletic Commission has approved an August 26 fight date for Mayweather Promotions for an event expected to be held at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
Nevada State Athletic Commission executive director Bob Bennett confirmed the approval to FOX Sports on Wednesday.
The date is significant because rumors have been swirling that Floyd Mayweather has requested August 26 for his potential showdown with UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor. Showtime, who aired Mayweather’s final few fights, is listed as the network set to broadcast the event.
Negotiations for the super fight have been ongoing and if an agreement can be reached, Mayweather would meet McGregor in a boxing match later this year.