Mayweather-Pacquiao Rematch Could Be Netflix Event in 2026

Talks are underway for a possible rematch between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao in 2026, people involved in discussions say, with the bout being explored as a streaming event for Netflix. The two Hall of Fame fighters last met in May 2015 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, where Mayweather won a unanimous 12‑round decision in a pay‑per‑view event that drew roughly 4.6 million buys and generated hundreds of millions in revenue.

Those close to negotiations say conversations have accelerated in recent weeks after Pacquiao’s return to the ring in July, when he fought Mario Barrios to a majority draw in a fight for the WBC welterweight title. Pacquiao, who ended a multi‑year retirement to resume his career, had been linked with several opponents for 2026, but sources say those talks could be paused if an agreement with Mayweather is reached.

Mayweather, 48, has not fought a professional bout since 2017 but has remained active in exhibition matches. He previously announced plans for an exhibition with Mike Tyson in spring 2026, though the date and status of that event are not finalized. Sources involved with the Pacquiao discussions say Netflix has expressed interest in staging...