LAS VEGAS — Boxing legends Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao are officially set to face each other in a long-awaited rematch on September 19, 2026, at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The fight will be streamed globally on Netflix, marking the platform’s entry into live professional boxing broadcasts.

The announcement comes more than a decade after their first clash in May 2015, which was billed as the “Fight of the Century.” That bout generated over $400 million in revenue and sold a record 4.6 million pay-per-views, with Mayweather winning by unanimous decision.

Both fighters are now in their late forties, but remain among the most recognizable names in boxing. Mayweather, 49, has not fought professionally since his 2017 victory over Conor McGregor, while Pacquiao, 47, returned to the ring last year for a majority draw against Mario Barrios.

The Sphere, a cutting-edge venue with a capacity of 18,600, will host its first major professional boxing event with this rematch. Promotional materials highlight the international appeal of the fight, featuring both the American and Philippine flags.

Details such as the weight class and number of rounds are still being finalized, but anticipation is already building for what could be one of the most-watched sporting events of 2026. 

With Netflix stepping into the ring as a broadcaster, the fight is expected to reach a global audience far beyond traditional pay-per-view markets.

This September showdown promises to rekindle one of boxing’s most iconic rivalries, offering fans a chance to witness history as two of the sport’s greatest champions meet once again under the bright lights of Las Vegas.

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