Mayweather vs. Pacquiao Rematch Set for September 2026.

The Long-Awaited Rematch

According to Novyny.live: Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will step back into the ring for a rematch on September 19, 2026, more than eleven years after their first encounter. Their initial bout took place on May 2, 2015, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, where Mayweather secured a unanimous decision victory after twelve rounds. This rematch is one of the most anticipated events in modern boxing history.

The first fight was a historic financial success, generating approximately 4.6 million pay-per-view subscriptions and over $500 million in revenue from ticket sales and broadcasts. Mayweather earned an estimated $220-275 million from the event, while Pacquiao's earnings were roughly $120-150 million.

Plans for the Second Fight

The rematch is scheduled to be held at the Sphere in Las Vegas and will be broadcast globally by the streaming service Netflix. This marks a significant shift from traditional pay-per-view models for an event of this magnitude.

Manny Pacquiao: 'Floyd and I gave the world one of the most significant fights in history, and fans have been waiting for this moment. This rematch will be an even bigger event, now streamed live to millions of viewers on Netflix.'

The return of Mayweather and Pacquiao promises to be a landmark occasion for boxing fans eagerly awaiting this showdown. The rematch attracts attention not only from the boxing community but also from a wider audience, as both fighters hold considerable influence in sports culture. Given the success of their first fight, the new bout has the potential for record-breaking viewership and revenue. With Netflix handling the broadcast, this event could also pave the way for boxing's further expansion on digital platforms.