Promoter claims Khan granted rematch

Amir Khan has been granted a rematch with Lamont Peterson by the World Boxing Association, according to his promoter.

Fri, 13 Jan, 2012 - 07:58

Amir Khan has been granted a rematch with Lamont Peterson by the World Boxing Association, according to his promoter.

Richard Schaefer, chief executive of Golden Boy Promotions, reported overnight that the governing body have notified him of their “official decision” to order a rematch following the controversial bout last month.

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