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Joseph Parker vs. Derek Chisora: Rematch negotiations underway, Parker's trainer warns it will be Chisora's last fight
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After engaging in battle last month, talks are underway for the second instalment of Joseph Parker vs. Derek Chisora.
Their recent encounter, shaded by the New Zealander, was close enough to warrant a rematch with Chisora insistent that he deserved to have his arm raised.
After being dropped heavily in the opening round, Parker rallied well as he took over in the fight’s second half but Chisora’s early onslaught kept the scorecards very close.
Parker, now part of Tyson’s Fury’s training camp with Andy Lee in America, is eager for the return and his manager believes it could be Chisora’s last fight.
"There's talk of Derek Chisora and a rematch," said Dave Higgins to Sky Sports. "If I was Chisora, I'd be planning my retirement after that fight, if it is to happen.
"It's under negotiation now, so the fight is not confirmed. What I do know is that Chisora has vocally said he wants a rematch with Joseph Parker. Joseph is quite happy to fight Chisora again. He knows exactly what he's dealing with now.
"Chisora had that early first round punch, but Joseph is confident he can make good work of Chisora and put him away into retirement. He's got no problems taking the fight.
"The discussions have looked at later in the year, October, November. I think the UK would be sensible, obviously because they are both household names in the big UK market."
