One of many largest rematches in Irish boxing historical past may very well be heading outside.
Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan look more likely to run again their thrilling however controversial March 1 conflict this summer season.
The IBF have requested the pair repeat in a world welterweight eliminator after Workforce Donovan appealed.
It’s understood that Matchroom CEO Eddie Hearn has been in contact with each groups, and preliminary talks have been constructive.
Windsor Park has additionally been approached and discussions with the IFA have begun.
Speak inside boxing circles suggests July was the preliminary date most well-liked by all concerned however August appears to be the brand new entrance runner.
Carl Frampton introduced boxing to the Belfast Stadium in 2018 when he stopped Luke Jackson on prime of a card Tyson Fury, Paddy Barnes and Crocker boxed on.
Talking on the opportunity of a rematch just lately Crocker mentioned: I need the rematch, anybody who’s requested me about my subsequent battle I mentioned I need the Donovan rematch. Not as soon as have I discussed anybody else or some other battle bar the rematch. Though I agree with the choice final time as a fighter I must show to everybody, the followers and to myself and ensure there’s little doubt subsequent time so we have to run it again. Time to get again to work.”
