Wardley vs Clarke 2: Date, fight time, how to watch, prediction and odds
British heavyweight rivals Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke are set to clash once again in a highly anticipated rematch on 12 October 2024.
The bout will take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the undercard for the light-heavyweight unification fight between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.
This rematch comes just over six months after their epic first encounter at London's O2 Arena, which ended in a controversial split-decision draw.
Both fighters will be eager to settle the score in what promises to be another thrilling contest.
Their first encounter in March was a pulsating affair that left fans clamouring for more. Clarke, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic bronze medallist, was floored in the fifth round but showed remarkable resilience to battle back.
The fight went the full 12 rounds, with blood from Clarke's nose injury splattering Wardley's face as they exchanged heavy blows.
Boxing fans cannot wait to watch Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke fight again
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The judges' scorecards were split, with one favouring Wardley, another Clarke, and the crucial third card reading 113-113.
This draw allowed Wardley to retain his British, Commonwealth, WBA Continental and European heavyweight titles, setting the stage for this eagerly awaited rematch.
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Boxing fans can catch the action live on DAZN pay-per-view for £19.99, which includes a free seven-day trial.
Alternatively, the fight is available on TNT Sports Box Office for £19.99 or Sky Sports Box Office for £19.95.
The undercard is scheduled to begin at 7pm BST, with Wardley vs Clarke 2 expected to start around 9:30pm BST.
However, the exact timing may vary depending on the duration of earlier bouts.
Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke first clashed in April earlier this year
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Wardley enters the rematch with confidence, stating he has no intention of letting the fight go the distance this time.
The Ipswich heavyweight, now part of Frank Warren's Queensberry stable, vows to showcase a more ruthless streak.
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Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke ended in a draw earlier this year
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Bookmakers favour Wardley, with odds of 4/6 for him to win and 7/4 to win by knockout.
Clarke, at 6/5, is the slight underdog but will be eager to prove his first performance was no fluke.