Mayweather and Pacquiao to Clash Again in Historic September Rematch
Floyd Mayweather is officially coming out of retirement to face Manny Pacquiao in a highly anticipated professional boxing rematch. The second chapter of their storied rivalry will take place on September 19 at the iconic Sphere venue in Las Vegas, Nevada. In a groundbreaking move for the sport, the event will be broadcast live to a global audience exclusively on the streaming platform Netflix.
Return of the Legends
This bout marks the 48-year-old Mayweather's first professional fight since 2017, ending a seven-year hiatus from the ring. Mayweather, who boasts an undefeated 50-0 record, previously defeated Pacquiao by unanimous decision in their 2015 encounter, known as the 'Fight of the Century'. That historic matchup generated reported revenues of approximately £445 million, making it the highest-grossing event in boxing history.
Pacquiao, now 47, has remained active in the sport long after Mayweather's initial retirement. His most recent professional outing was a majority draw against WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios in July, which also took place in Las Vegas. The Filipino boxing icon has continued to compete at an elite level, setting the stage for this monumental rematch.
Confident Statements from Both Camps
Floyd Mayweather expressed supreme confidence ahead of the rematch, stating: "I already fought and beat Manny once. This time will be the same result." The American boxing legend will be looking to protect his perfect professional record and cement his legacy further.
Manny Pacquiao responded with determination, declaring: "Floyd and I gave the world what remains the biggest fight in boxing history. 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." Pacquiao added a personal motivation: "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."
A New Era for Boxing Broadcasts
The decision to broadcast the fight on Netflix represents a significant shift in how major sporting events are distributed. This partnership brings the rematch directly to millions of subscribers worldwide, potentially expanding the audience far beyond traditional pay-per-view models. The Sphere venue in Las Vegas, known for its state-of-the-art technology and immersive experiences, provides a fitting backdrop for what promises to be another historic night in boxing.
Both fighters have left an indelible mark on the sport as two of the most outstanding boxers of their generation. Their 2015 bout saw Mayweather retain the WBA, WBC, and WBO welterweight world titles through his points victory. Now, nearly a decade later, they prepare to write another chapter in their competitive saga, with global fans eagerly awaiting the outcome of this long-awaited professional rematch.
