Last Updated on February 24, 2026 by Pragjyoti Singh
Jake Paul has offered his unfiltered take on the blockbuster Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao rematch, which Netflix officially confirmed for September 19.
The streaming giant announced that this high-stakes second chapter, a follow-up to the highest-selling pay-per-view in combat sports history, will take place at the state-of-the-art Sphere in Las Vegas.
In a surprising twist for the boxing calendar, Mayweather is also set to fight Mike Tyson on April 25 in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This “Legend vs. Legend” exhibition is being viewed by many as a massive tune-up to sharpen “Money” Mayweather’s iconic defense before he finally settles his professional score with Pacquiao.
Jake Paul gives unexpected verdict on Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao rematch
Having headlined two of Netflix’s most significant combat sports entries to date, Jake Paul was among the first to react to the news of Mayweather’s professional return against “Pacman.” The “Problem Child” last appeared on the platform in a high-stakes heavyweight clash against Anthony Joshua, a fight where Paul suffered a brutal knockout defeat but walked away with a reported $92 million payday.
While many purists have voiced skepticism over the legends returning to the ring, Jake Paul has offered a surprisingly positive assessment of the newly announced mega-fight. Taking to social media following the Netflix reveal, Paul dismissed the negativity, instead framing the September 19 clash at The Sphere as a massive win for the sport’s global reach.
“I love Canelo and Bud on Netflix. I love Ryan and Barrios on DAZN. I love Manny and Money back for a pro-fight,” Paul stated, highlighting the current wave of high-profile matchups across various streaming platforms.
Rather than criticizing the age of the competitors or the nature of the rematch, the “Problem Child” argued that the diversification of broadcasting, and the return of icons like Mayweather and Pacquiao, is exactly what the industry needs. “I hope ESPN gets back in soon too,” Paul added.
“It’s all good for growing boxing. That should be the focus.”
By shifting the conversation away from the technicalities of the bout and toward the health of the “sweet science,” Paul’s verdict serves as a reminder of the massive commercial momentum currently driving the sport into a new era of digital streaming.
How much is Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao earning in their rematch?
While official purses for the September 19 rematch haven’t been disclosed, industry insiders expect the figures to be astronomical given the shift to a global streaming model on Netflix. To put the potential earnings into perspective, here is a breakdown of the financial landscape for the sequel compared to their record-breaking first encounter:
In their 2015 “Fight of the Century,” Mayweather and Pacquiao reportedly earned massive purses of $180 million and $120 million, respectively. For the 2026 Netflix rematch, while the structure of the deal has shifted to a streaming model, both legends are expected to command high eight-figure payouts once again.
This financial surge is largely thanks to the groundwork laid by Jake Paul. In his 2024 Netflix debut against Mike Tyson, the “Problem Child” reportedly pocketed $40 million, doubling the $20 million earned by “Iron Mike.”
However, it was Paul’s heavyweight clash with Anthony Joshua in December 2025 that truly shattered expectations. Despite suffering a brutal knockout defeat, Paul walked away with a reported $92 million payday from a total purse estimated at $184 million. While the competitive results have been mixed for the influencer-turned-boxer, the financial trajectory is undeniable. As Mayweather and Pacquiao prepare to step into The Sphere, they do so entering a new era of boxing where streaming giants have turned record-breaking purses into the new industry standard.
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