Manny Pacquiao's highly anticipated rematch with Floyd Mayweather Jr. is now set for early 2027, with the Filipino boxing icon eyeing a warm-up exhibition bout in the final quarter of 2026.
What happened?
The long-awaited sequel to Manny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr. has a new target date. The CEO of Pacquiao's MP Promotions, Jas Mathur, has revealed that the Filipino boxing icon is now looking at an early 2027 timeframe for his blockbuster rematch against Mayweather.
Why it matters for Manny Pacquiao
Pacquiao's side firmly held that the bout should be contested as a sanctioned professional fight, while his arch-rival's team insisted on an exhibition. The 47-year-old eight-division world champ intends to stay sharp before the mega-fight takes place.
What comes next?
According to Mathur, Pacquiao is eyeing a warm-up exhibition bout for the final quarter of 2026. "Ryan Garcia? Possibility, yes. We've also brought that up," Mathur revealed. "Ryan has another fight, so, you know, everything's on the table."
Manny Pacquiao's team is now considering potential opponents for the exhibition bout, including Ryan Garcia and Rolly Romero. "All of these people are on the table," Mathur added. "It's not an issue, but we have to focus on what's in front of us right now."
The rematch of boxing's richest fight was originally slated for September, but was postponed following a disagreement between the two camps. The bout will take place in the 153- to 154-pound super welterweight range, but Mathur declined to divulge specific details regarding the venue or streaming partners.
Pacquiao's side is now focused on breaking records, with Mathur stating, "Like I said earlier, we want to break records." The exact date and details of the exhibition bout are yet to be confirmed, but one thing is certain – Manny Pacquiao is ready to get back in the ring and make a statement.
What's next for Manny Pacquiao?
The Filipino boxing icon is set to face a new challenge in the final quarter of 2026, with a potential exhibition bout against Ryan Garcia or Rolly Romero on the cards. With his sights set on a rematch with Floyd Mayweather Jr. in early 2027, Pacquiao is ready to put on a show and prove his worth in the ring.
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