Darleys Perez vs. Anthony Crolla Title Rematch Ordered by WBA

Anthony Crolla will have another chance to claim the WBA lightweight title, after an immediate rematch was ordered against champion Darleys Perez.

The pair fought earlier this month in a bout that ended in a controversial draw, despite Mancunian Crolla seemingly having done enough to beat the Colombian.

Crolla's promoter Eddie Hearn appealed the decision, and on Thursday it was announced that the WBA have ordered a rematch between Crolla and Perez, per Sky Sports News HQ:

The original fight was called convincingly in favour of 28-year-old Crolla by one of the judges—116-111—but the other two scored a 113-113 draw, despite Perez being deducted two points for low blows.

Crolla expressed his delight on his Twitter feed at the news, as he now has a second chance to claim the lightweight title:

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So grateful to have this opportunity given to me with the immediate rematch to fight Darleys Perez for WBA world title. Last time was a special night and I believe with the support of the people of Manchester and Britain it will be even more special. Huge thank you to [WBA Vice President] Gilberto J Mendoza and WBA for granting me the rematch. Sure me and Darleys Perez can put on a great fight for the title.

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Hearn also expressed his thanks to the WBA and said that the date for the rematch would be announced soon:

According to Sky Sports, Nov. 21 is the mooted date for the pair to fight again at the Manchester Arena.