The proposed rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao is currently facing significant uncertainty. Despite initial announcements, the fight’s date and venue remain unconfirmed.
Original Plans Fall Through
The bout was initially slated for September 19. Las Vegas’ Sphere was the expected venue, with Netflix as the broadcaster. However, the Sphere then booked an Eagles concert on the same date, throwing the boxing rematch into doubt.
Conflicting Reports and Unresolved Details
A report suggested the fight had been rescheduled for September 25 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. However, this has been refuted by other sources. A September 25 date at the T-Mobile Arena and a September 26 date at the MGM Grand Garden Arena are reportedly “under consideration”. Multiple details regarding the proposed fight have yet to be finalised.
Professional Bout or Exhibition?
Disputes persist over whether the fight will be a professional bout or an exhibition. If it is a professional bout, Mayweather’s perfect 50-0 record would be at stake. This has been a key point for Pacquiao.
Background to the Rematch
Mayweather and Pacquiao first fought on May 2, 2015. Mayweather, then 47-0, won by unanimous decision. The loss took Pacquiao to 57-6-2 in his career.
In February 2026, Netflix announced the long-awaited second clash between Pacquiao and Mayweather would take place in September.
Mayweather’s Recent Activities
Since retiring in 2017, Mayweather has participated in several exhibition fights that have not counted toward his record. He recently filed a lawsuit against Showtime and was hit by a $7.3 million lien by the IRS over alleged unpaid taxes from 2018 and 2023.
Pacquiao’s Return to the Ring
Pacquiao stopped boxing in 2021 but returned to the ring in 2025. His match against then-champion Mario Barrios was ruled a majority draw. Pacquiao stated he would be fighting in January 2026, but that didn’t happen, and now all eyes are on the potential Mayweather rematch.
Looking Ahead
The rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao remains in limbo, with no new date or venue finalised.