Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2: Boxing's latest nostalgia nod set for September in Las Vegas
SportsLine combat editor Josh Nagel gives an overview of this rematch between boxing legends
new.cbssports.comHere’s what the latest publicly circulating updates suggest about Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2.
- There have been multiple speculative reports and fan-driven videos in 2025–2026 suggesting a rematch between Mayweather and Pacquiao, with various potential dates and formats (exhibition vs. sanctioned bout) and earnings figures floated by media and pundits. These are not official confirmations and should be treated as rumors or promotional content rather than confirmed facts. For example, coverage around 2025–2026 references Netflix streaming angles and large purses, but sources differ on whether the fight actually moved forward or remained in the planning stage [notable media mentions across outlets in 2025–2026]. These items reflect speculation rather than a definitive, verifiable announcement.
- Recently circulating clips and videos claim official announcements or press conferences, but many of these come from fan channels or non-mainstream outlets and have varied reliability. There is no universally corroborated, authoritative confirmation of a specific date, venue, or format as of the latest widely covered reports. When high-profile rematches surface, major outlets typically confirm via press releases or ESPN/DAZN-equivalent channels, so verify with those primary feeds before accepting any claim as true.
If you want, I can:
- Check the latest confirmations from authoritative boxing outlets (ESPN, Ring Magazine, BoxingScene, official promotions) and summarize any official statements.
- Track date-specific updates (fight date, venue, whether it’s an exhibition or a sanctioned bout) and provide a concise timeline.
- Explain the main talking points fans debate about a Mayweather-Pacquiao II (e.g., legacy impact, format implications, streaming plans) with balanced perspectives.
Would you like me to look for the most recent official statements from primary boxing outlets and promotions and present a tightly sourced update? I can also provide a quick timeline if an official date is announced.