Originally posted by ShoulderRoll
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I'm just trying to understand why the mandatory would agree to it. A mandatory shouldn't have a rematch clause... they've earned the chance to take the title.
I'm thinking the only reason a mandatory challenger would accept one is that they are getting a sweetener for this fight, and they're happy to take it rather than actually backing themselves to win and negotiate terms as a champion.
In which case, assume even Pulev doesn't think he'll win.
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