Not many realize Floyd Mayweather vs Pacquiao 2 at The Sphere first boxing event there is historic in the sport.
The venue is more known for the big UFC world title fights and it just shows again now with the UFC promoting boxing via Zuffa Boxing and more UFC and MMA fighters switching to competing in professional boxing, how close the sports and audiences have become yet again.
The super fight on Netflix Mayweather vs Pacquiao 2 is set for September 19th 2026 at The Sphere in Las Vegas and it is now confirmed as the first professional boxing event ever at the venue (which opened in 2023 and previously as mentioned hosted UFC MMA but no pro boxing).
Here are 10 facts on why it’s iconic:
- Epic rematch of the 2015 “Fight of the Century” (4.6M+ PPV buys, record revenue).
- First pro boxing at The Sphere — a groundbreaking debut for the futuristic venue.
- Two all-time greats — Mayweather (50-0 legend) vs. Pacquiao (8-division champ).
- Mayweather’s rare return from retirement at 49 for a pro fight.
- Pacquiao at 47 — still competing as a global icon and politician.
- Tech revolution — The Sphere’s 360° immersive screens/audio could redefine fight viewing.
- Netflix exclusive — Global streaming (300M+ subs, no extra PPV fee) for massive reach.
- Vegas legacy boost — Reinforces Sin City as fight capital with cutting-edge innovation.
- Potential mega-economics — Hype as a possible “billion-dollar” event in gate, sponsors, and views.
- Rivalry closure — Resolves 2015 controversies (injury, decision debates) in a high-stakes “last dance.”
This blends nostalgia, history, and innovation — one of boxing’s biggest moments ever — all things that boxing and fight fans enjoy.
The great history of boxing and the UFC is being brought together in a super fight live on Netflix and both boxers are well underway into preparation already.
Hold on, the build up should be something rather brilliant in the days, weeks and months ahead.
Mayweather takes on Mike Tyson in an exhibition first however in Africa — another big event for the sport first up.
