Manny Pacquiao has acknowledged discussions regarding a potential rematch with the renowned boxer Floyd Mayweather. Negotiations, reportedly spearheaded by Netflix, are underway to bring together two of boxing’s most prominent contemporary figures.
The duo previously clashed over a decade ago, generating over £500 million from US pay-per-view sales in what was one of the most highly anticipated fights of the era. Mayweather emerged victorious in a decisive manner, although the fight fell short of meeting the lofty pre-fight hype, with Pacquiao attributing his underwhelming performance to a shoulder injury.
Having surprised the boxing world with his intention for a rematch against Mayweather over a year ago, Pacquiao now rekindles the possibility. Despite Mayweather’s demand for a hefty $4 million following the initial announcement, the Filipino senator remains eager for a second encounter, putting the onus on Mayweather to make a return to the ring.
Pacquiao expressed his readiness for a potential rematch, emphasizing his motivation to continue his boxing career post-surgery. The veteran boxer remains optimistic about the prospect of facing Mayweather again, contingent upon the latter’s comeback.
In his recent bout in July, Pacquiao fought Mario Barrios to a draw in pursuit of the WBC welterweight title after a four-year hiatus from the sport. Mayweather, on the other hand, has engaged in only two professional fights since his encounter with Pacquiao, maintaining an unblemished 50-0 record with his last bout against Conor McGregor. Additionally, Mayweather has participated in exhibition matches against opponents like Logan Paul and John Gotti III.
While Mayweather does not feature among Pacquiao’s top opponents, the boxing icon lists Marco Antonio Barrera, Erik Morales, Juan Manuel Marquez, Oscar De La Hoya, Miguel Cotto, and Antonio Margarito as his notable rivals. Pacquiao criticized Mayweather’s fighting style, describing the previous encounter as lackluster and not reflective of what fans anticipate from a high-profile bout.
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