O'Shaquie Foster will have his chance to reclaim the super-featherweight world title from Robson Conceicao in an eagerly awaited rematch, following a controversial decision in their previous bout.
Brazilian contender-turned-champion Conceicao clinched the title after a disputed split-decision victory in their first encounter last July, ending Foster’s title reign amid a flurry of debate. Now, both fighters return to the ring with something to prove, headlining a major boxing event in New York, where fans will also see Raymond Muratalla square off against Jesus Perez and Abraham Nova face Huberto Galindo.
O’Shaquie Foster: -400 favorite with BetOnline
Robson Conceicao: +300 underdog
With the world title and reputations at stake, the Conceicao vs. Foster rematch has captured the attention of boxing fans worldwide. Conceicao has an opportunity to prove that his first victory wasn’t just a stroke of luck by successfully defending his title as the underdog, a feat that could potentially set him up for lucrative unification bouts in the division.
Foster, on the other hand, is fueled by the chance to rectify what he sees as an injustice from their previous fight. He’ll aim to reclaim his champion status and erase the memory of July’s contested decision. Conceicao, who endured considerable backlash following his first title win, is also eager to validate his standing as a champion, making this rematch a must-watch event.
Fans in the U.S. can catch the action live on ESPN+, with exclusive streaming that includes both the main event and the full undercard lineup. This much-anticipated rematch promises intense action as each fighter seeks to leave no doubt in the ring this time around.