Answer: rematch

AnswerCrossword Clue
REMATCHEncore for boxers
rematcha second match between the same contestants or teams
rematchto match again
REMATCHContest, again
REMATCHLosing athlete's demand, sometimes
REMATCHLoser's challenge
REMATCHWhat a loser might request
REMATCH"Rocky II" climax
REMATCHBoxing encore
REMATCHSpinks vs. Ali: Sept. 1978
REMATCHSecond try with Ali
REMATCHNew bout with old rivals
REMATCHSet again in competition.
REMATCHPatterson vs. Johansson.
REMATCHDefeated champ's demand
REMATCHThe Thrilla in Manila, notably
REMATCHThe Thrilla in Manila, for one
REMATCHCompetitor's chance for redemption
REMATCHLoser's request
REMATCHLoser's demand
REMATCHChance for redemption
REMATCHChance to get even