Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2: Keith Thurman gives his honest reaction

On September 19 at the Sphere in Las Vegas, Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2 is set to headline an event by Manny Pacquiao Promotions and Mayweather Promotions in partnership with CSI Sports/FIGHT SPORTS. The bout will stream exclusively on Netflix.

These two met previously back in 2015 in a bout dubbed the “Fight of the Century.” Ahead of this rematch, Keith Thurman spoke to FightHype TV, giving his honest reaction to the news of this rematch.

Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2 confirmed for the Sphere

When they last fought in 2015, the anticipation for the fight was unparalleled. Mayweather was the winner, via a comfortable unanimous decision, with scores of 118-110 and 116-112 (x2). Pacquiao will now get his chance for revenge.

“Floyd and I gave the world what remains the biggest fight in boxing history,” said Pacquiao in a press release statement.“The fans have waited long enough—they deserve this rematch, and it will be even bigger now that it will be streamed live globally on Netflix. I want Floyd to live with the one loss on his professional record and always remember who gave it to him. As always, I dedicate this fight to my fellow Filipinos around the world and to bringing glory to the Philippines.”

“I already fought and beat Manny once,” said Mayweather in the same press release. “This time will be the same result.”

Keith Thurman has his say on Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2

When asked about Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao 2 in Las Vegas, and if he agrees with it, Thurman said:

“The world is ever changing, man. Floyd did the first-ever super crossover celebrity boxing match against Conor McGregor, who was a UFC fighter. Who was Jake Paul fighting a lot of boxing matches against? Ex-UFC fighters.

“So, it’s almost like Floyd set up the blueprint, and then Jake Paul took it to another level. And Floyd’s like, ‘Ay, man, I can’t just let these young people do something better than me, and he getting all this bread. I used to be the money man.’ It is what it is, man.

“He lives a very fancy lifestyle. Some people say they need the money. Pacquiao needs the money, Floyd needs the money. You need the money? Get back in the business and make the money.”

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