Mayweather vs. Pacquiao 2 Set for September 19 on Netflix

MPP CEO Jas Mathur shares details on the fight card and a Pacquiao exhibition before the big event.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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One of the biggest boxing events of 2026 will take place on September 19, with a rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao headlining the card, which will stream live on Netflix from The Sphere in Las Vegas. Manny Pacquiao Promotions (MPP) CEO Jas Mathur discussed the upcoming fight, including plans for a Pacquiao exhibition before the main event and the structure of the undercard.

Why it matters

The Mayweather-Pacquiao rematch is one of the most anticipated fights in recent memory, and its move to a streaming platform like Netflix signals a shift in how major boxing events are distributed. The event is expected to draw significant interest and viewership, making it a significant moment in the sport.

The details

Mathur, a longtime associate of Pacquiao, was recently named the CEO of MPP. He addressed some confusion around a previously announced Pacquiao exhibition fight, stating that it is not yet official and that the team is 'working through different opportunities' to keep Pacquiao active. As for the Mayweather-Pacquiao 2 undercard, Mathur said it will feature 'generational storytelling, legends, and rising stars', including Pacquiao's son Jimuel and up-and-coming fighter Curmel Moton.

  • The Mayweather-Pacquiao 2 fight is scheduled for September 19, 2026.
  • Pacquiao was previously announced to face Ruslan Provodnikov in an exhibition on April 18 in Las Vegas, but Mathur said that fight is not yet official.

The players

Jas Mathur

The CEO of Manny Pacquiao Promotions (MPP), a longtime associate of Pacquiao.

Floyd Mayweather

A legendary boxer who will face Manny Pacquiao in a rematch of their 2015 fight.

Manny Pacquiao

A boxing legend who will face Floyd Mayweather in a highly anticipated rematch.

Curmel Moton

A rising star who is expected to be featured on the Mayweather-Pacquiao 2 undercard.

Jimuel Pacquiao Jr.

The son of Manny Pacquiao, who is also expected to be part of the Mayweather-Pacquiao 2 undercard.

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What they’re saying

“We expected to break the internet in the sports sector, which we did, and we will continue to do so for the next seven months.”

— Jas Mathur, CEO, Manny Pacquiao Promotions (Fights Around The World)

“As far as the undercard goes, we are looking at building a meaningful undercard. We want generational storytelling, legends, and rising stars. We have the legends with Floyd (Mayweather) and Manny (Pacquiao); now we want rising stars.”

— Jas Mathur, CEO, Manny Pacquiao Promotions (Fights Around The World)

What’s next

In the coming months, more details will be revealed about Pacquiao's exhibition fight and the full undercard for the Mayweather-Pacquiao 2 event.

The takeaway

The Mayweather-Pacquiao 2 fight represents a significant moment in boxing, with the event moving to a streaming platform like Netflix and featuring a mix of legendary fighters and rising stars. The event is expected to generate significant interest and viewership, showcasing the continued drawing power of these two iconic boxers.