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Floyd Mayweather v Manny Pacquaio: Why rematch was postponed and is there rescheduled date?

A rematch was initially scheduled between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao but the fight has since been shelved

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 6:00 AM
Floyd Mayweather v Manny Pacquaio: Why rematch was postponed and is there rescheduled date?
Key Things to Know
  • The rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao has been postponed indefinitely.
  • Lawsuits and contract disputes involving Mayweather are the primary reasons for the postponement.
  • The high-profile bout was originally scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 19.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The highly anticipated boxing rematch between legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao has been postponed indefinitely. The bout was originally scheduled to take place on Saturday, September 19, but has been shelved due to ongoing lawsuits and contract disputes involving Mayweather. These complex legal and financial issues made it impossible for promoters to proceed with the high-profile event.

There is currently no rescheduled date for the fight as promoters attempt to resolve Mayweather's legal situation. In the meantime, Pacquiao is reportedly exploring alternative opponents. The postponement follows their historic May 2015 bout, which Mayweather won by unanimous decision in the highest-grossing pay-per-view event in combat sports history.

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