What Happened
Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao are officially scheduled to face off in a boxing rematch on September 19, 2026. This event will take place at the Sphere in Las Vegas and will be streamed live on Netflix. The matchup comes more than a decade after their first historic fight in May 2015, which became the highest-grossing boxing match in history.
Why It Matters
The original bout saw Mayweather win by unanimous decision, solidifying his undefeated record at 50-0. This rematch is significant as it reignites a storied rivalry between two of boxing’s greatest legends, both of whom are now approaching 50 years of age. The fight will be produced by EverWonder Studio, Hidden Empire, and Limitless X Holdings, and promoted by Manny Pacquiao Promotions and Mayweather Promotions in partnership with CSI Sports/Fight Sports.
What’s Next
As the fight date approaches, details such as the weight class and number of rounds remain undisclosed. Both fighters have been active in recent years, with Pacquiao returning to the ring in July 2022 for a draw against Mario Barrios, while Mayweather last fought in a sanctioned bout in 2022 against YouTuber Deji. The rematch is expected to draw significant global attention, particularly given the advanced technological capabilities of the Sphere venue.
