Canelo Weighs In on Mayweather-Pacquiao Rematch: 'I Didn't Enjoy the First One'
As Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao prepare for their rematch, Canelo Alvarez shares his lack of enthusiasm for the bout, reflecting on their first encounter.
In a surprising turn of events, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao are set to face off again on September 26, 2026, over a decade after their initial clash in 2015. Former opponent Canelo Alvarez has expressed his disinterest in the rematch, stating, 'I didn’t enjoy the first one. So we are going to see how worse they both are.'
The upcoming fight has sparked mixed reactions among fans, with some excited to see the legends return while others question the necessity of the bout given their ages—49 and 47, respectively. The event has been debated as to whether it will be a fully sanctioned professional match or an exhibition.
Meanwhile, Canelo Alvarez is set to return to the ring himself, challenging for the WBC super-middleweight title against Christian Mbilli on September 12, 2026, marking the end of a period of inactivity for the champion.
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