MANILA — Pambansang Kamao Manny Pacquiao has revealed his intention to have a rematch with the undefeated American, Floyd Mayweather Jr.
The announcement was made during Pacquiao’s appearance as a guest of honor at the Risin Fighting Federation New Year’s Eve event in Saitama, Japan.
Risin executive Nobuyuki Sakakibara discussed the potential rematch with Pacquiao, who expressed his readiness and excitement for the big fight against Mayweather.
Although no specific date has been confirmed as of Tuesday, Mayweather has yet to respond.
Before facing Mayweather, Pacquiao is scheduled to have an exhibition match against Muay Thai expert Buakaw Banchamek of Thailand on April 20.
This rematch marks the first meeting between Pacquiao and Mayweather since their “Fight of the Century” in 2015.
Mayweather retired from professional boxing in 2017 with an undefeated record, while Pacquiao retired in 2021 after running for President in the subsequent year’s elections.
(IAmigo/MNM)