By Frazer Clarke is expected to have a better strategy in a potential rematch against Fabio Wardley, according to unbeaten American heavyweight Richard Torrez Jr. Clarke and Wardley fought to a draw in an intense all-British heavyweight contest on March 31, with the judges’ scores reflecting the close nature of the bout: one card had Wardley winning 114-113, another had Clarke winning 115-112, and the third was level at 113-113.
During the fight, Clarke had to recover from a knockdown in the fifth round and had a point deducted for a low blow, which proved decisive. Despite these setbacks, Clarke, an Olympic bronze medallist in 2021, showed resilience in what was the biggest challenge of his professional career so far. The draw allowed Wardley to retain his British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles.
The British Boxing Board of Control has mandated a rematch, and the fighters have until August 14 to agree on terms, with the bout expected to take place by the end of the year.
Torrez Jr., who is a fan of Clarke, believes that Clarke’s experience and ability to adapt, honed through his amateur career and Olympic coaching, will give him an edge in the rematch. “I think Frazer will be able to have a better plan going into this next fight,” Torrez Jr. told Sky Sports.
The first fight between Clarke and Wardley was a thrilling encounter, and both fighters have expressed interest in a rematch. Clarke, in particular, has stated his willingness to fight Wardley anywhere in the world to claim the titles.
Torrez Jr., who has a perfect professional record of 10 wins, all by knockout, also expressed his interest in facing Clarke in the future. Despite their friendship, Torrez Jr. is eager for the competition and believes it would be an exciting matchup.
As the rematch between Clarke and Wardley looms, fans can expect another intense and closely contested fight, with Clarke determined to come out on top this time.
