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Ben Davies

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Joe joyce defends joseph parker rematch clause after weakness claim | History Defined

Joe Joyce believes inserting a rematch clause in his contract to fight Joseph Parker was a smart "business" move.

The 'Juggernaut' will take on the challenge of New Zealander Parker at the Manchester Arena next Saturday night, with the winner set to land pole position for a shot at Oleksandr Usyk's WBO world title. And Joyce, who is signed to BT Sport, will be entitled to a second meeting if he loses with the fight broadcast on Sky Sports with whom Parker is contracted.

Former world champion Parker believes Joyce's insistence of a rematch clause shows he is doubting that he can pick up the win. "I know deep down I back myself 100 per cent to beat anyone," he told iD Boxing .

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