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Mayweather-Pacquiao rematch in 2026 on Netflix?
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6 months agoon
A rematch between aging stars Floyd Mayweather Jr. is being discussed on Netflix. and Manny Pacquiao, which will take place in 2026. There is no word whether this old-timer’s fight will be included in the official records or will be an exhibition.
The rematch no one asked for
It would be a rematch of their fight on May 2, 2015 ten years ago, which Mayweather (50-0, 27 KO) won by unanimous decision of 12 rounds. The scores were 116-112, 116-112 and 118-10. After the fight, Pacquiao revealed that he had been battling a right rotator cuff injury that aggravated in the third or fourth round.
The event was a huge success, generating $400 million in domestic PPV revenue. Mayweather received 60% of the revenue share and Pacquiao received 40%. Its amount was estimated at USD 180–210 million. Pacquiao reportedly earned $120 million. This huge payday caused Mayweather’s career to ponderous down as he seemed to lose ambition and he fought only two more times before retiring from lively competition.
In the build-up, many boxing fans called the fight “the fight of the century,” but it turned out to be a numb and disappointing fight in which Mayweather was punching, constantly moving, hanging on, and taking no chances. In terms of nausea, it was reminiscent of the recently heavily promoted Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford.
Money is still a motivator
Of the two, Mayweather-Pacquiao was slightly more intriguing to watch, but not for the PPV price of $89.95 for standard definition and $99 for high definition. For those who remember the 2015 fight, overloaded cable systems went down in various parts of the United States, leaving viewers with nothing to watch and wasting their money.
Mike Coppinger reports that the Mayweather vs. Pacquiao fight will be “explored” for Netflix next year. If this fight happens, it will be 10 years since their needy fight in 2015.
How Tyson’s return sparked this idea
Mayweather will turn around 49 years antique February 24, 2026. Currently 46, Pacquiao turns 47 on December 17, 2025. The idea may have popped into the heads of both aging stars when 58-year-old Mike Tyson faced Jake Paul in an exhibition match on November 15, 2024. Tyson reportedly earned $20 million.
In early 2025, Pacquiao returned from a four-year retirement and fought to a 12-round majority draw against WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19. The scores were 114-114, 115-113 for Barrios and 114-111.
Editorial opinion by Tom Galm
The Mayweather-Pacquiao 2 rematch reeks of greed between two tycoons returning from the Gilded Age for one last cash grab. It’s a golden parachute that neither of them needs because they’re both already embarrassingly opulent. If it was free without a subscription, that’s one thing. This is not what will happen.
It’s a fight that makes boxing look like a joke, and it would be a shame if Netflix decided to broadcast it on its huge platform. They need to draw the line and refuse to host shows or matches that feature older players who just want to cash in on their names.
Pacquiao performed brilliantly earlier this year following a controversial 12-round draw with Mario Barrios. The judges did Manny a favor by awarding the draw even though he didn’t deserve it.
Tom Galm has been lively on the global boxing scene since 2014, specializing in heavyweight analysis, business trends and fighter psychology.
Last update: 27/10/2025
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David Benavidez says his speed will be too much for Ramirez
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2 hours agoon
April 27, 2026
David Benavidez doesn’t think size alone will decide his fight against Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez. Ahead of the cruiserweight title clash, Benavidez says the advantage will come down to speed, combinations and a style that he feels Ramirez hasn’t faced before.
Benavidez said Ramirez is a bigger man and is used to facing naturally bigger opponents in the cruiserweight division, but he doesn’t see it as a problem. He believes the slower pace typical of this weight will work to his advantage once the punches start falling.
Benavidez said Ramirez has never faced someone like him in an official fight. Although both have sparred in the past, Benavidez has made it clear that he sees a major difference between rounds in the gym and fighting him under the lights for twelve rounds.
“There are a lot of opportunities to hit him with a lot of combinations because he is slower,” Benavidez told Double3 Coverage. “My speed, my movement and my defense will be too much for him and I will surely overwhelm and drown him with pressure and volume.”
It’s compelling that he so casually disregards the size difference. While Zurdo Ramirez is a natural cruiserweight and holds the unified WBA/WBO titles, Benavidez is betting that speed and volume will be the universal equalizer.
Benavidez sounds like a man who thinks he’s found a flaw in the system. Moving up to cruiserweight, he believes his hand speed will be a blur compared to fighters in the 200-pound division. But here comes the fear of a massacre.
He already says this is “his era.” When a fighter begins to look beyond a unified champion like Ramirez toward a September coronation or a legacy-defining run, he usually leaves his chin exposed.
On the other hand, bookmakers do not predict a massacre, at least not in the case of Benavidez. There’s a reason he’s a -600 favorite. Most analysts believe he is just unique enough that his volume will break Zurdo’s rhythm before the size difference becomes a factor.
Dan Ambrose is a boxing journalist at Boxing News 24, respected for his direct analysis and extensive coverage of the global fight landscape. His reports focus on the most vital fights, division development and the most discussed stories in sports.
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Shakur Stevenson responds to reports that he is in talks to face Devin Haney next
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4 hours agoon
April 27, 2026
Shakur Stevenson has hit the brakes following reports that he is in preliminary talks to fight Devin Haney.
Both elite Americans have claims to pound-for-pound status, both boast undefeated records and are considered among the most defensively gifted operators of the contemporary era.
However, a weight class or two has always separated them, and Haney’s recent move to welterweight – a division Stevenson says he can get to but is in no rush – seemed to make that fight less likely.
To make that happen, Stevenson said he would like Haney to agree to a catchweight of 144 pounds, the same limit he reached when defeating Jose Ramirez in 2025.
Today, The Ring’s Mike Coppinger reported that discussions had already begun, but the weight was a sticking point, with Stevenson likely still insisting on the stipulation, but Haney was keen on staying at 147 pounds.
However, Stevenson has now responded to Coppinger’s claim by speaking further X that there was no contact between the teams.
“I know the fans like to get excited and can toy with you all and easily manipulate you, but this rumor is dead for the second time. I haven’t heard a word about it, [I don’t know] what are they? [trying to] hide or hide, but me and my team haven’t heard any nonsense.”
It’s unclear where Haney and Stevenson will go next Haney is reportedly considering a move to Zuffa Boxing and Stevenson are still deciding which division to compete in.
For now, it seems any excitement about their meeting on the ropes is premature.
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Shakur Stevenson denies talks with Haney and calls rumors ‘Cap’
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6 hours agoon
April 27, 2026
“I know the fans like to get excited and could play games with you all and easily manipulate you, but this rumor is dead for the second time,” Shakur said on X, reacting to reports of his negotiations with Devin Haney. “I haven’t heard a word about it, I don’t know what they’re trying to cover up or hide, but for me and my team, we haven’t heard any nonsense.”
The denial came shortly after reports spread that Haney and Stevenson were talking about fighting, with weight believed to be a major issue slowing progress. Stevenson’s response directly challenges this version of events and leaves the status of any talks unclear.
It also highlights how quickly boxing rumors can spread when they are linked to two recognizable names. Haney and Stevenson have been mentioned in fan discussions for years, making this matchup an basic target for speculation.
For Devin Haney, the math just doesn’t add up. Why take a technical masterclass against Shakur Stevenson where the risk of looking bad or losing points is high when a $20 million-plus payout against Ryan Garcia is already scheduled for September 5 at Allegiant Stadium?
Dispatching Shakur is a hard task for anyone. Shakur’s hit-and-don’t-get-hit philosophy makes him a nightmare for fighters who rely on timing and size.
If Devin loses a 12-round decision to Shakur, he will lose the WBO welterweight title and his advantage as champion.
Ryan Garcia predicted today that the fight will not happen, posting that neither man is likely to face the other.
“There’s no way Devin would fight Shakur or vice versa. I would bet everything on it,” Ryan said on the X show.
The clearest public statement at the moment is Stevenson’s, and it is blunt: no talks, no contact, no agreement.
Dan Ambrose is a boxing journalist at Boxing News 24, respected for his direct analysis and extensive coverage of the global fight landscape. His reports focus on the most crucial fights, division development and the most discussed stories in sports.
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