Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather to Rematch in Las Vegas Sphere
Boxing fans rejoice! After eleven years, the highly anticipated rematch between boxing legends Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. is officially on. The fight is scheduled for September 19th at the state-of-the-art Las Vegas Sphere, and will be streamed live globally on Netflix, marking a significant move for the streaming giant into live sports.
A Look Back at the ‘Fight of the Century’
The original bout in 2015, dubbed the ‘Fight of the Century,’ captivated the world. While Floyd Mayweather secured a unanimous decision victory after 12 rounds, the fight was not without controversy. Manny Pacquiao later revealed he fought with a shoulder injury, fueling debate about the outcome. Despite the past result, Pacquiao remains confident.
“Floyd and I gave the world what remains the biggest fight in boxing history,” Pacquiao stated upon the rematch announcement. “The fans have waited long enough — they deserve this rematch, and it will be even bigger now that it will be streamed live globally on Netflix. I want Floyd to live with the one loss on his professional record and always remember who gave it to him. As always, I dedicate this fight to my fellow Filipinos around the world and to bringing glory to the Philippines.”
Mayweather’s Confidence and Recent Activity
Unsurprisingly, Mayweather remains unfazed. “I already fought and beat Manny once. This time will be the same result,” he confidently declared. Mayweather retired from professional boxing in 2017 with an undefeated record of 50-0, boasting 27 knockouts.
Pacquiao’s Return to the Ring
Manny Pacquiao, a former multi-weight world champion, retired with a record of 62-8-3, including 39 knockout victories. However, the Filipino boxing icon returned to the ring after a four-year hiatus last year, facing former WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios in July 2025. The fight ended in a majority draw, with Barrios retaining his title.
What’s Next for Mayweather?
Since his official retirement, Mayweather has participated in a series of exhibition bouts. He is currently scheduled to face Mike Tyson in a highly anticipated exhibition match next year, though the exact date remains unconfirmed. This rematch with Pacquiao adds another exciting chapter to Mayweather’s post-retirement career.
How to Watch the Rematch
The Manny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather rematch will be exclusively streamed live on Netflix, making it accessible to a global audience. This marks Netflix’s significant foray into live sports broadcasting, promising a new era of boxing viewership.
Stay tuned for further updates on the fight card and pre-fight coverage.
Source: The Athletic
