In one of the most electrifying developments in boxing history, Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. have agreed to a rematch, nearly a decade after their historic first fight. The announcement has sent shockwaves through the sports world, thrilling fans who have long speculated about a second chapter to one of boxing’s biggest rivalries.

Their original bout in 2015 dubbed the “Fight of the Century” was one of the most-anticipated matchups of the modern era, pitting two of the sport’s all-time greats against each other. Although Mayweather won that fight by unanimous decision, millions of fans around the globe have debated the outcome ever since, fueling calls for a rematch that seemed unlikely for years due to both fighters’ retirements and divergent career paths.

Now, promoters from both camps have confirmed that Pacquiao and Mayweather have agreed in principle to step back into the ring for a second showdown scheduled for later in 2026. While specific details such as the exact date, venue and weight class are still being finalised, sources close to the negotiations say the fight is expected to be staged in a major global city with Las Vegas, Dubai and Singapore among the leading contenders to host the event.

At ages where most boxers have long retired Pacquiao in his mid-40s and Mayweather in his late 40s both fighters have remained active in various capacities, from exhibition matches and commentary to business ventures. Their decision to rekindle this rivalry appeals not only to nostalgic fans but also to a new generation who grew up on highlights of both champions at the peak of their powers.

The financial stakes are expected to be enormous, with pay-per-view revenue, sponsorships and international broadcast rights likely to break records once again. Analysts predict that interest from global audiences particularly in the U.S., Asia and the Middle East could eclipse even the numbers from their first mega-fight.

As the boxing world gears up for what could be the most talked-about rematch in decades, fans are already speculating about training camps, potential outcomes and who will claim bragging rights this time around. Whether Pacquiao can avenge the outcome from 2015 or Mayweather can prove once more that he’s undefeated at the highest level, one thing is clear: the rivalry that defined an era of boxing is far from over.