.A variety of intriguing punching rematches can be made-- or otherwise-- in the next handful of weeks, and also pair of world champions are producing title defenses this weekend.An achievable second fight between Ryan Garcia and also Devin Haney appears to be farther away adhering to Haney's recent filing of a claim versus Garcia. Haney is actually seeking loss for alleged electric battery and violation of agreement, to name a few things, related to Garcia's favorable PED test after their April junior welterweight label fight in New York. Will definitely the rematch still happen?Following his decision victory over Edgar Berlanga on Sept. 14, Canelo Alvarez said he would just like a rematch with Dmitry Bivol, if Bivol defeats Artur Beterbiev in a fight for the recognized illumination heavyweight champion on Oct. 12. Alvarez went up to 175 extra pounds in May 2022 as well as lost a consensual selection to Bivol, as well as he has actually been actually aiming to even the score considering that. Can easily the fight be actually created if Bivol wins?Anthony Joshua joined obtaining a battle versus the champion of the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Madness big-time champion rematch. He needed to defeat Daniel Dubois on Sept. 21, yet as an alternative was brought down 4 times en path to a fifth-round KO reduction. A rematch along with Dubois might be the only method for Joshua to respond to the title image. Will certainly Joshua take it?Friday night in Australia, Janibek Alimkhanuly are going to attempt to defend his IBF middleweight headline against Andrei Mikhailovich. Can easily the electrical power puncher Mikhailovich score an upset versus the champ after their fight was actually delayed back in July when Alimkhanuly could not bring in weight?On Saturday, Nick Round handles Ronny Rios in a first protection of his WBA featherweight label. Ball has actually gone to both ends of controversial selections, yet can he score a clear victory dealing with at home in Liverpool, England?Mike Coppinger, Nick Parkinson as well as Timothy Bradley Jr. discuss their thoughts as well as distinct what's genuine as well as what's not.Real or not: Haney's legal action versus Garcia makes it extremely unlikely they'll satisfy in a rematch next yearRyan Garcia, leading, finished off Devin Haney through a large number selection in a younger welterweight resist in April. Cris Esqueda/Golden Boy/Getty ImagesNot real. If anything, the suit could lead the way for a settlement that includes a bargain for a rematch. The yield round between Garcia as well as Haney is simply extremely huge to miss, for both the competitors and the sport.There's the astounding conflict adhering to Garcia's favorable exam and succeeding one-year ban. Haney declares the PEDs brought about Garcia's shocking functionality, alongside the truth Garcia was 3.2 extra pounds overweight. Each transgressions are vital to the lawsuit.Haney was actually as much as a 9-1 favorite yet was defeated three attend an upset reduction that was later reversed to a no contest. The battle was actually thrilling, as well as the 2nd battle stands up to become a box office bonanza.After all, the prevailing thought moving right into the April matchup was actually that Haney would certainly dominate. Garcia's habits in the build-up of the fight was thus careless that there was actually genuine are afraid of the match wouldn't occur at all.Now, along with all the poor blood in between the competitors alongside Garcia's increasing superstar energy as well as his functionality against Haney (conveniences nevertheless), there would certainly be actually immense rate of interest in a rematch. The suit merely includes in the drama as well as can be the exact thing that assists connect the problems to create the rematch occur.-- CoppingerReal or otherwise: If Bivol reduces Beterbiev, he'll be the preferred to combat Alvarez in MayLight big-time champion Dmitry Bivol, left behind, defeated Canelo Alvarez through consentaneous choice in 2022. Etienne Laurent/EPA-EFEReal. Canelo said to ESPN final month that he was targeting a rematch should Bivol win upcoming full week. And also why not? Canelo was a primary fave against his previous four rivals and has been widely criticized for his amount of competition.Against Bivol, Canelo will be a chosen longshot. Bivol transmitted Alvarez when they complied with in May 2022, in spite of the slim directories. Bivol is actually not simply larger yet was able to utilize his footwork and elite boxing potential to baffle as well as penalize Alvarez.Editor's Picks2 RelatedCanelo has actually preserved during that he's a better boxer than Bivol which his operatively repaired palm will certainly assist him verify it in a rematch. This will additionally be actually a tradition battle. Canelo would possess the odds to not only end up being recognized champion at a 2nd body weight course, however additionally retaliate the 2nd reduction of his occupation (the other loss protested Floyd Mayweather in 2013). What remains to become seen: Bivol's readiness to fight Canelo again. When the rematch was talked about in the course of the summer of 2023, Bivol was unyielding that the battle must occur at 168 extra pounds for Canelo's undeniable championship. Alvarez said the fight required to occur at 175. Whatever body weight they choose, this fight is easily the most effective alternative for Canelo if he is actually certainly not mosting likely to encounter either David Benavidez or Terence Crawford. But Bivol first has a significant problem to encounter against Beterbiev.-- CoppingerReal or not: Mikhailovich will certainly dismiss AlimkhanulyJanibek Alimkhanuly, left, places his IBF middleweight planet headline vulnerable versus Andrei Mikhailovich on Friday in Australia. Mikey Williams/Top RankReal: Mikhailovich, of New Zealand, is entering the supplant Australia with a fierce sense of task. He is actually a hostile as well as fearless fighter who seems to be all set to release after journeying to the USA months ago to eliminate, only to discover that Alimkhanuly failed to make weight as well as the fight was actually postponed.Mikhailovich is a highly effective puncher, as well as punchers are willing to engage to land their strikes, so I expect him to perform simply that. On the other hand, a lot of Alimkhanuly's previous rivals have entered into the band with self-doubt, influenced by the buzz neighboring the champion. This time Alimkhanuly discovers themself outside his convenience area, dealing with an established, ready challenger. Although this is Mikhailovich's very first battle against a world-class enemy, the risks are higher and also he has everything to obtain. The inquiry is, can he stay clear of acquiring knocked senseless early? Or may he injure the champ early to obtain respect?I believe Mikhailovich's relentless type could possibly trouble Alimkhanuly's counterpunching style, especially given that Alimkhanuly has actually just gone the complete 12 arounds once in his career. For Mikhailovich, surviving the early spheres and taking the match deep will be actually crucial. Alimkhanuly's ability to adapt as well as tolerate Mikhailovich's aggressiveness as well as punching electrical power will certainly be enjoyable to view.-- BradleyReal or otherwise: Joshua is going to not get the rematch along with Dubois nextDaniel Dubois, straight, knocked down Anthony Joshua 4 opportunities throughout his fifth-round KO victory to fight for the IBF abundant world title. Richard Pelham/Getty ImagesNot real. Joshua, boxing's greatest income earner responsible for Canelo, has gone from closing know a massive, rewarding showdown with the winner of the Dec. 21 Usyk vs. Rage fight, to combating to maintain his title relevant at punching's top table. To put themself back into significant hostility for a megafight in 2025, Joshua requires to recover some trustworthiness after final month's five-round KO defeat to Dubois, as well as the only means he can do that is actually with a quick rematch.Though his marketer, Matchroom, could not agree, Joshua will not mind taking the slim side of a package that will observe him deal with Dubois in a part two, this time in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, potentially on Feb. 22, considering that it offers him the quickest course back. The victor of the Dubois vs. Joshua rematch will proceed to face the winner of Usyk vs. Violence 2 in summertime 2025, potentially back at London's Wembley Arena, the performance of Joshua's embarrassing four presentations against Dubois in front of a UK-record 96,000 enthusiasts 2 weeks ago. That battle could be for all four major big-time globe titles.Two-time champ Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs), that transforms 35 this month, has actually presently put away suggestions from past fighters including Barry McGuigan that he should retire, surrounded by uncertainties in order to whether he is shedding resistance to power punches.Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs), 27, is actually likewise up for a rematch as well as will definitely fancy his opportunities against his trembled English opponent. As well as this time he would be actually spent more.It was actually a chaotic, amusing and also exhilarating match the first time around, which would certainly swell pay-per-view purchases for a rematch. However due to the fact that Dubois vs. Joshua 2 requirements to take place in the winter months as well as the U.K. simply has one arena along with a roofing (Principality Arena in Cardiff, Wales, which possesses an ability of 74,500), it would certainly be a surprise to see this fight land at a U.K. venue.Turki Alalshikh, the most strong figure in boxing that handles lineups that happen on Saudi Arabia-backed boxing celebrations, will be actually interested for such a big match-- among the greatest boxing may deliver next year-- happening in Saudi Arabia.Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn, who guides Joshua's career, mentions Joshua has actually actually agreed conditions, while Frank Warren, Dubois' promoter, claims Dubois is going to combat once again in February. Warren has also expressed his fervency for an immediate rematch, therefore anticipate it to occur.-- ParkinsonReal or not: Sphere will certainly defend his WBA featherweight label versus RiosNick Sphere, left behind, succeeded the WBA featherweight title by defeating Raymond Ford in June. Richard Pelham/Getty ImagesReal. Ball has actually been actually hungry, alert and also busy symphonious approximately best amount over the in 2014, also in matches where he didn't have his palm elevated. The Liverpool-based 5-foot-2 fighter does not seem to be to become bothered through a height downside in globe title matches and was unfavorable to become denied triumph in a split draw versus Rey Vargas, the WBC featherweight holder, in March. What was actually more exceptional was Sphere's split choice get Raymond Ford, that was actually previously unbeaten, for the WBA waistband, back in June in Riyadh.Rios (34-4, 17 KOs), 34, has not been actually as active or even in the very same type as Ball, who will certainly have plenty of fire for his very first planet headline self defense facing his home area enthusiasts. Sphere (20-0-1, 11 KOs), 27, have to take care, as Rios signed up an exceptional fifth-round KO of Nicolas Polanco in April, but that was the Californian's first getaway in just about two years. Vargas likewise outpointed Rios in 2017, as well as Murodjon Akhmadaliev ceased Rios in the final round for the WBA as well as IBF junior light planet labels in June 2022. Round's electricity and also wish will definitely view him safeguard his WBA waistband with a selection success.-- Parkinson.