FLOYD MAYWEATHER VS. MANNY PACQUIAO 2: REMATCH PLANNED FOR 2026 TO BREAK RECORD
Insiders say Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2 is planned for 2026. The rematch hinges on Pacquiao winning the WBA title from Rolando Romero in early 2026.
Floyd Mayweather might be making a return to boxing to make history once again. He will be 49 years old in February 2026.
If he gets back in the ring in 2026, he could beat Bernard Hopkins’ record and become the oldest boxer to win a world title.
World Boxing News (WBN) says that there might be a rematch coming up against Manny Pacquiao next year. People close to the situation say that Mayweather versus Pacquiao 2 is being planned for 2026. It would be one of the most-awaited sequels in boxing history.
Mayweather hasn't said anything about the rematch, but Pacquiao is ready. When they fight depends on whether Pacquiao wins another world title before then.
Pacquiao is planning his next fight against Rolly Romero for the WBA Welterweight title. WBN was the first to report this on September 27. Sean Gibbons, head of MP Promotions, said that Romero is the only one they are considering.
He told WBN that they want to break Pacquiao’s record and win a welterweight title at 47.
Pacquiao mentioned the news at the Thrill in Manila 50th Anniversary press conference. He said that this isn't just a comeback but also a chance to win a championship and make a statement.
Romero's fighting style is what Pacquiao is looking for to create an exciting match. He has won against Ryan Garcia. Pacquiao’s team believes that Romero is the right opponent to put on a war.
Gibbons said that Rolly Romero has the WBA belt, and he wants Manny to battle with him so he can try to create history again.
Pacquiao’s fight against Romero could happen around January 31 or February in Las Vegas. If he wins, his first defence could be against Mayweather. So, both legends can rewrite the boxing record.
Mayweather could beat Bernard Hopkins’ record and become the oldest world title-winning boxer if the rematch for the WBA welterweight title happens after May 30, 2026.
If Pacquiao wins, a Mayweather return could make another memorable event. Pacquiao is talking to the media, and some insiders are confirming that a second instalment of the fight between Mayweather and Pacquiao is more likely than ever before.
This is a story about a comeback and a chance to break records with two of boxing’s greats. Mayweather wants to achieve something at 49, and Pacquiao wants to continue his pursuit of a championship at 47.
WBN will keep up with every update and give fans the inside scoop on this fight.
January 31, 2026: Pacquiao wins against Rolly for the WBA title.
February 2026: MayPac 2 is confirmed.
June 2026: Mayweather vs. Pacquiao 2 for the WBA title and Hopkins’ record
CRUISERWEIGHT CHALLENGE: RYAN ROZICKI TELLS JAI OPETAIA TO "STAY GROUNDED" AFTER STRUGGLE
Ring No. 4 contender Ryan Rozicki calls out Jai Opetaia, warning the champion that overconfidence and fighting "weaker opponents" will lead to his downfall.
Ryan Rozicki's Message to Jai Opetaia: Stay Grounded
Jai Opetaia, the Ring and IBF champion, recently secured his fourth straight knockout victory by defeating Huseyin Cinkara in eight rounds. This win wraps up a busy year for Opetaia, during which he defended his title three times.
Ryan Rozicki, a Canadian contender, acknowledges Opetaia's achievements and his position as the top cruiserweight.
However, Rozicki, who is ranked No. 4 by The Ring, thinks he would be a much tougher opponent than those Opetaia has faced recently.
"From what I've seen, he's probably the best in the division," Rozicki told The Ring. If that fight comes my way, I'll definitely take it. He hasn't fought anyone like me. I've watched some of his fights, and he's been up against weaker opponents.
After watching Opetaia struggle early in his fight against Cinkara, Rozicki has a word of caution for him.
In my opinion, his opponent didn't look world-class, he said. He got hit and wobbled in the second round. If that were my right hand, he wouldn't have gotten up.
Opetaia's aggressive start allowed Cinkara to land a couple of right hands in the second round, which shook the champion. Opetaia expressed frustration after the fight, admitting his performance wasn't great. This may motivate him for 2026, especially given his disappointment with failed unification attempts.
It seems that overconfidence and a lack of real tests might be affecting Opetaia's recent performances, as seen when he was caught by David Nyika and even more so by Cinkara before pulling through.
Rozicki warns Opetaia to stay grounded.
"Don't believe everything you hear about yourself," he said. Be careful about what your team tells you, because you might think you're invincible, but you're probably not.
Rozicki's promoter, Daniel Otter of The Lions Promotions, is also interested in setting up a fight between Rozicki and Opetaia.
"Jai keeps saying people are avoiding him," Otter said. I think people have been avoiding Ryan, too, so if Jai is serious, Ryan is ready to fight him.
ANDREW TATE'S RESPECT: HE CALLS JAKE PAUL VS. ANTHONY JOSHUA INTERESTING AMIDST WEIGHT CLAUSE CHAOS
Andrew Tate respects Jake Paul for fighting Anthony Joshua but is criticised by opponent Chase DeMoor for a controversial 'under 200lb' weight clause in their Misfits bout.
Andrew Tate thinks Jake Paul's fight with Anthony Joshua will be interesting.
Paul and Joshua are set to fight in Miami next Friday in a heavyweight match that's getting a lot of criticism. The next night, Tate will box Misfits heavyweight champ Chase DeMoor in Dubai. This marks Tate's return to the ring after doing kickboxing.
Tate and Paul have had issues in the past, but Tate gave Paul props. "I think that night will be interesting," he told iFL TV. I respect anyone who steps into the ring. People risk their lives to entertain others. I respect Jake and AJ, and I'm glad they're getting in there. I hope they both stay safe.
One thing both fights have in common is a weight limit, even though they're both heavyweight bouts. Joshua can't weigh over 245 lb for his fight with Paul. DeMoor said Tate wanted him to weigh UNDER 200 lb, which would make it a cruiserweight fight.
If he was sure he would beat me, why is there a weight clause in a heavyweight fight? He asked. Why are we fighting under 200 pounds? Why the rehydration clause? Why is it his arena, his judges, and his referee? Why did he try to say no to my gloves? "I have to fight in house clothes," said DeMoor.
They gave me this fight in July. I agreed to whatever he wanted, just to get him in the ring. He wants the weight cut; fine. He wants the rounds; fine. He wants the gloves, the rings, and the judges. Fine, fine, fine. I didn't negotiate at all.
I'm always the underdog in every fight. People think I'll lose, but I go out there and knock them out in the first few rounds.
While Tate respects Paul and Joshua, he feels different about his opponent. "I could pick a different opponent and make more money, and people would still watch," he said. Everyone's focused on me. This fight is all about me. I've been offered more money to fight others. This is the Andrew Tate show. Face to the floor, it does not matter if he is in the ring or not... he needs to know this is my show.