Parker: Joyce demanded a rematch clause in contract

Joseph Parker
Joseph Parker

Joseph Parker (30-2, 21 KOs) stated that Joe Joyce (14-0, 13 KOs), agreeing on the terms of Saturday's fight for the interim WBO heavyweight world champion, demanded a rematch clause in the contract in case of his defeat.

The New Zealander went to meet the wishes of his rival, and if he defeats the British on September 24, he will meet him for the second time. “He’s not even a champion, so he wasn’t guaranteed a rematch, but that was his condition. I don’t need it, because I completely believe in myself, and he showed weakness, ”Joseph Parker commented on the situation.

As part of the boxing evening in Manchester, there will also be a fight for the WBA super welterweight belt between Terry Harper (12-1-1, 6 KOs) and Hannah Rankin (12-5, 3 KOs).