It’s been over 10 years since Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao clashed in what was billed the “Fight of the Century.”
And regardless of each being effectively into their 40s, we is likely to be about to see a well-known rematch between two of the very best boxers of their technology.
Speaking to the Seconds Out YouTube channel, Pacquiao revealed {that a} rematch towards Mayweather is “almost” agreed, with the 2 camps “in negotiations.”
“It depends on whether we can understand each other,” the Filipino stated.
“My people and his people (are) directly coordinating.”
In their struggle in 2015 in Las Vegas, Mayweather was victorious over Pacquiao by unanimous choice in some of the extremely anticipated bouts in boxing historical past.
Pacquaio stated after the 2015 struggle that he had injured his shoulder throughout coaching within the lead-up to their conflict, however is now unincumbered by any illnesses. “It’s very interesting because, right now, I don’t have a shoulder problem,” he stated.
Now, Pacquiao says the potential rematch will doubtless happen in Las Vegas however admits there have been a “few conditions we’re still negotiating.”
“I’m sure the world of boxing will be excited if the rematch will push through,” the 46-year-old stated.
Pacquiao final fought professionally in July this 12 months, ending a four-year retirement to problem Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title. The bout ended in a draw which means Barrios remained champion.
Conversely, Mayweather retired from skilled boxing in 2017 with an undefeated 50-0 record.
Since then, the 48-year-old American has participated in exhibition bouts, final entering into the ring towards John Gotti III in 2024.
An exhibition struggle between Mayweather and Mike Tyson has already been announced, however Pacquiao believes it gained’t have an effect on their negotiations.
“He has his own decision, so I cannot prevent him from fighting Mike Tyson,” he stated.
Pacquiao revealed he’s additionally in talks with Vasiliy Lomachenko for an exhibition struggle, however stated that the rematch with Mayweather could be the precedence, calling it a “real fight.”