What Is Mayweather vs Pacquiao II?
Floyd Mayweather Jr and Manny Pacquiao meet for a professional rematch on 19 September 2026 at the Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada. More than eleven years after their first encounter at the MGM Grand, which generated $600 million in revenue and became the highest-grossing pay-per-view event in boxing history, the two greatest fighters of their generation face off again in one of the most spectacular venues ever built.
The Sphere, a $2.3 billion immersive entertainment venue on the Las Vegas Strip, hosts its first-ever boxing event for the occasion. The fight will be broadcast globally on Netflix, marking another milestone in the streaming platform’s growing investment in live combat sports. Mayweather puts his perfect 50-0 professional record on the line against Pacquiao’s 62-8-3 ledger in a bout that transcends sport and enters the realm of global cultural event.
When Is the Fight?
Mayweather vs Pacquiao II takes place on Saturday 19 September 2026. The main card is expected to begin in the late evening Las Vegas time (Pacific Daylight Time), with the main event ring walks anticipated around 11pm PDT. For UK viewers, that translates to the early hours of Sunday 20 September, with the fight expected around 7am BST. Undercard bouts will run throughout the evening.
Where Is It Being Held?
The Sphere in Las Vegas is the venue for this historic rematch. Opened in September 2023, the Sphere is a 17,600-seat venue featuring the world’s highest-resolution LED screen wrapping its entire interior surface. The 160,000-square-foot display will provide an unprecedented visual experience for attending fans, with immersive graphics and camera angles never before seen in a boxing broadcast.
The venue’s location on the Las Vegas Strip, adjacent to The Venetian, places it at the heart of the world’s boxing capital. Las Vegas has hosted the sport’s biggest nights for decades, and the Sphere represents the next evolution in how fans experience live combat sports.
The Fighters
Floyd Mayweather Jr (50-0, 27 KOs) retired from professional boxing after defeating Conor McGregor in 2017, having never lost a professional fight. “Money” Mayweather is widely regarded as the greatest defensive boxer of all time, with a style built on impenetrable shoulder-roll defence, laser-accurate counter-punching, and ring intelligence that frustrated every opponent he faced. At 49 years old, questions around his speed and reflexes are inevitable, but Mayweather’s boxing IQ remains unmatched.
Manny Pacquiao (62-8-3, 39 KOs) is one of the most decorated fighters in boxing history and the only man to win world titles in eight different weight divisions. The Filipino icon combined blistering hand speed, relentless pressure, and devastating power to forge one of the sport’s most exciting careers. Now 47, Pacquiao has remained active through exhibition bouts and briefly returned to the political arena in the Philippines. His aggression and work rate made the first Mayweather fight closer than many scorecards suggested.
Key Contenders on the Undercard
A blockbuster undercard is expected to support the main event, befitting the magnitude of the occasion. While the full card is yet to be confirmed, bouts featuring rising champions and established names across multiple weight classes are anticipated. Netflix’s involvement ensures the entire card will receive global exposure.
How to Watch
The fight will be streamed live and exclusively on Netflix worldwide. This follows Netflix’s successful foray into live boxing with the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson event in 2024 and its broadcast of the Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk rematch. Netflix subscribers will have access to the event as part of their standard subscription, with no additional pay-per-view fee expected, though pricing details will be confirmed closer to fight night.
In the UK, the fight will be available on Netflix in the early hours of Sunday morning. For those in Asia and Australasia, timings will vary, with the main event falling during Sunday afternoon and evening local time.
History of Mayweather vs Pacquiao
The first fight, held on 2 May 2015 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, was billed as the “Fight of the Century” after years of failed negotiations. Mayweather won a unanimous decision over 12 rounds, using his jab and movement to control distance while Pacquiao struggled to close the gap. The bout generated 4.6 million pay-per-view buys and a live gate of $72 million, both all-time records.
While the fight itself was criticised by some fans for lacking sustained action, it remains the most commercially successful boxing event ever staged. Pacquiao later revealed he had fought with a torn rotator cuff in his right shoulder, fuelling debate about what might have been and sustaining public interest in a rematch for over a decade.
The rivalry between the two men defined an era of boxing. Their contrasting styles, personalities, and national followings created a promotional narrative that transcended the sport. Mayweather’s calculated precision against Pacquiao’s relentless aggression represents one of the great stylistic matchups in boxing history.
Tickets and Hospitality
Tickets for Mayweather vs Pacquiao II at the Sphere are expected to be among the most expensive in boxing history, reflecting both the magnitude of the event and the venue’s limited capacity of 17,600 seats. Premium ringside seats could command prices well into five figures. Tickets will be available through the Sphere’s official ticketing platform and authorised resale partners. Given the global demand, tickets are expected to sell out rapidly upon release.
Hospitality packages including VIP access, premium seating, and exclusive event experiences are expected to be offered through the promoters and the Sphere’s corporate sales team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a professional or exhibition fight?
Mayweather vs Pacquiao II is sanctioned as a professional bout, meaning it will count on both fighters’ official records. Mayweather’s undefeated record is genuinely at stake.
What weight will the fight be at?
The contracted weight is expected to be at or near the welterweight limit of 147 pounds, consistent with their first encounter. Official weight details will be confirmed at the pre-fight press conference.
Will the fight be on Netflix at no extra cost?
Based on Netflix’s previous boxing broadcasts, the event is expected to be included in standard Netflix subscriptions with no additional pay-per-view charge. Confirmation will come from Netflix closer to the date.
How do I watch in the UK?
The fight streams live on Netflix in the UK. Expect the main event ring walks around 6-7am BST on Sunday 20 September, depending on the length of the undercard.