Official: Manny Pacquiao to Rematch Floyd Mayweather in 2024

The much-anticipated rematch between two former boxing titans, Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather, has been officially confirmed to take place in 2024. This announcement has sent waves of excitement throughout the sports world, as fans eagerly await the clash between these two legendary fighters.

Manny Pacquiao, the Philippine boxing legend who held 8 world championship titles, retired from professional boxing in 2021 following a decision loss to Yordenis Ugas. However, the former Philippine Senator is now ready to step back into the ring to face his long-standing rival.

The rematch is set to occur in Japan, although the specific date has yet to be disclosed. Pacquiao expressed his readiness for the bout, thanking CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara of RIZIN, a renowned Japanese MMA organization, for the invitation.

“I am very prepared. Thank you for inviting me back,” Pacquiao stated, addressing the question of whether he is ready to face Floyd Mayweather.

Additionally, Pacquiao is scheduled for another intriguing matchup against Muay Thai icon Buakaw Banchamek in April.

This decision for a rematch comes shortly after UFC superstar Conor McGregor expressed his desire to face Pacquiao following unsuccessful attempts in 2021.

The Pacquiao-Mayweather rematch is dubbed as the “Fight of the Century,” with their previous encounter over 8 years ago resulting in Mayweather’s victory by unanimous decision after 12 contentious rounds.

Mayweather retired from professional boxing with an impeccable record of 50 wins and 0 losses, including 27 wins by knockout. On the other hand, Pacquiao, after retiring in 2021, has ventured into politics as well as his passion for basketball, founding a professional basketball league in the Philippines and participating in All-Star games.

With Pacquiao’s illustrious career and unwavering determination, his matchups against Buakaw and Mayweather are highly anticipated by fans worldwide. All eyes will be on Pacquiao as he steps into the ring, poised to create magic in the upcoming clashes.