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#1 | Khan v Peterson Rematch Confirmed datum

Fri Jan 13, 2012 4:04 pm

Amir Khan has been granted an "immediate rematch" with Lamont Peterson by the WBA following his controversial loss.

Khan lost a spilt decision - as well as his WBA and IBF light-welterweight titles - to the American in Washington in December.

However, the fight was dogged in controversy with Khan docked two points for pushing by referee Joe Cooper, while a "mystery man" - later identified to be Mustafa Ameen - was seen at ringside appearing to handle the scorecards.

Khan also claims he was told he had won the fight only for the Peterson to be awarded the decision after a long wait for the result.

Khan's promotional team Golden Boy had appealed the decision to both the WBA and IBF - wanting the bout to be declared a "no-contest" and for a rematch to be ordered.

The WBA have made the first move by agreeing to a rematch, with the IBF - to whom Ameen is affiliated - will make a decision next week.

WBA vice president Gilberto Jesus Mendoza said: "I can confirm there we have ordered a direct rematch. We will issue a press release very soon."

And Golden Boy Promotions' Richard Schaefer, who represents Khan, told ESPN.com: "The WBA ordered an immediate rematch. I'm thrilled that he's getting one and hope we can start the negotiations and get the fight done.

"Amir and Lamont are both terrific young men and athletes who fought their hearts out in Washington in December and I'm sure this decision will get applause by fight fans around the world.

"The rematch will be one of the most anticipate fights of 2012 because both guys are exciting, young and I think it's exactly the kind of fight people want to see."

"If you have friends like mine, raise your glasses. If you don't have friends like mine, raise your standards."

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#2 | RE: Khan v Peterson Rematch Confirmed datum

Fri Jan 13, 2012 4:07 pm

I wonder who he will blame this time when he gets beat?

http://shitdenim.com/

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#3 | RE: Khan v Peterson Rematch Confirmed datum

Fri Jan 13, 2012 4:11 pm

Khan will win , he'll approach this rematch totally differently ..
still reminds me of a spoilt child wanting his toy back ..

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#4 | RE: Khan v Peterson Rematch Confirmed datum

Fri Jan 13, 2012 6:22 pm

It's only the WBA who have ordered the re-match atm, the IBF will make a decision on the 18th. If the IBF decide the result stands there's nothing to stop Peterson binning the WBA belt and holding onto the IBF one. If the IBF tell Peterson he can keep the belt, don't be surprised if he takes on Pac Man.

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