LAS VEGAS — Eleven years after their record-shattering “Fight of the Century,” boxing legends Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. have officially agreed to a rematch.
The bout is scheduled for September 19, 2026, and will make history as the first professional boxing match to be held at The Sphere, the high-tech immersive venue in Las Vegas.
Key Fight Details:
- Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026.
- Venue: The Sphere, Las Vegas (known for its massive wrap-around LED screen and immersive audio).
- Streaming: Globally on Netflix.
- Stakes: Mayweather (turning 49) aims to maintain his undefeated status, while Pacquiao (47) seeks to avenge his 2015 decision loss, which he famously attributed to a shoulder injury.
Context of the Comeback:
- Floyd Mayweather: Announced his return to professional boxing last week, ending a nine-year retirement. He remains active in the exhibition circuit and is also linked to a spring exhibition match against Mike Tyson.
- Manny Pacquiao: Returned to the ring last year following an unsuccessful presidential bid in the Philippines. Before facing Mayweather, Pacquiao is set to fight Ruslan Provodnikov on April 18, 2026.
- Netflix Sports: This fight cements Netflix’s aggressive move into live sports, following their successful broadcasts of Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford and upcoming bouts featuring Tyson Fury.
Fighter Statements:
- Mayweather: “I already fought and beat Manny once. This time will be the same result.”
- Pacquiao: “The fans have waited long enough — they deserve this rematch. I want Floyd to live with the one loss on his professional record.”
While the weight class and number of rounds have not yet been specified, the announcement has already ignited massive global interest, promising a high-tech spectacle at one of the world’s most advanced entertainment venues.