Las Vegas Rematch: Mayweather vs. Pacquiao
Las Vegas is gearing up for a blockbuster rematch between boxing legends Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao, more than a decade after their initial clash shattered records. Planned for September, this new encounter may take place at the iconic Sphere, marking a new venue for professional boxing. This news was first revealed by Ring Magazine earlier this week.
Upcoming Exhibition Matches
Before they meet in the ring again, both fighters will participate in separate exhibition matches. Pacquiao, now 47 years old, is scheduled to go up against Ruslan Provodnikov on April 18, while 48-year-old Mayweather is expected to face off against Mike Tyson on April 25.
Professional Return and Stakes
Mayweather has confirmed his return to the professional boxing arena, which means their upcoming match will not just be an exhibition but a legitimate professional contest. This could potentially put his undefeated record of 50 wins on the line yet again.
Looking Back: The Original Fight
The original fight on May 2, 2015, between Mayweather and Pacquiao was a major event, pulling in 4.6 million pay-per-view buys and generating a staggering $72 million from ticket sales. However, many fans left disappointed as Mayweather’s tactical defense allowed him to secure a comfortable victory by decision, unifying three welterweight championship belts in the process.
Current Dynamics and Predictions
Considering that Mayweather has been largely inactive for nine years, and Pacquiao’s recent performance—a controversial draw against WBC champion Mario Barrios—could suggest that the scales may tip slightly in Pacquiao’s favor for their anticipated rematch.
