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Mayweather and Pacquiao to Face Off in Exhibition Match
Venue and details still undecided for the high-profile boxing rematch
Mar. 29, 2026 at 3:52am
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The anticipated exhibition match between boxing legends Mayweather and Pacquiao will reignite their storied rivalry and showcase their enduring skills.Former boxing champions Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao have announced plans for a rematch, but this time it will be an exhibition match rather than a sanctioned professional bout. The two legendary fighters previously faced off in a 2015 bout that was the most lucrative in boxing history, and now they are set to meet again, though the venue and other specifics have yet to be determined.
Why it matters
The Mayweather-Pacquiao rivalry was one of the biggest draws in sports over the past decade, and even though this upcoming match will be an exhibition, it is still expected to generate significant interest and revenue. Exhibition matches allow veteran fighters to compete without the full risk and regulations of a professional fight, so this provides an opportunity for the two all-time greats to face off one more time.
The details
Mayweather revealed that the September 19th bout will be an exhibition match, not a professional fight that would count on the fighters' official records. This means the match will have fewer restrictions and regulations than a sanctioned professional fight. However, the venue for the exhibition has not yet been determined, with both Las Vegas and an international location still being considered.
- The Mayweather-Pacquiao exhibition match is scheduled for September 19, 2026.
The players
Floyd Mayweather Jr.
A retired professional boxer who is considered one of the greatest fighters of his era, having won 15 major world championships in five weight classes.
Manny Pacquiao
A retired professional boxer from the Philippines who is the only eight-division world champion in the history of boxing, having won titles in flyweight to light middleweight.
What’s next
The specific details of the exhibition match, including the venue, rules, and undercard, are still being finalized by Mayweather and Pacquiao's teams.
The takeaway
While not a sanctioned professional fight, the exhibition match between the two boxing legends is still expected to be a major event that will rekindle interest in their long-standing rivalry and provide an opportunity for the two all-time greats to compete one more time before retirement.
