rematch

American  

[ree-mach, ree-mach, ree-mach] / riˈmætʃ, ˈriˌmætʃ, ˈriˌmætʃ /

verb (used with object)

1. to match again; duplicate.

   an attempt to rematch a shade of green paint.

2. to schedule a second match for or between.

   to rematch the winners in each soccer league.

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noun

1. a second match between teams, challengers, etc.; return match.

rematch British  

noun

1. sport a second or return match between contestants

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verb

1. (tr) to match (two contestants) again

Etymology

Origin of rematch

First recorded in 1855–60; re- + match ²

Example Sentences

It is yet to be confirmed what exactly the rules will be, but the rematch will be a professional bout and count to each man's record.

From BBC

But rumors of a Mayweather-Pacquiao rematch have circulated for years, and speculation soared following Mayweather's announcement last week that he would return to the professional arena this year.

From Barron's

"Floyd and I gave the world what remains the biggest fight in boxing history. The fans have waited long enough -- they deserve this rematch," said Pacquiao, 47, in a joint statement.

From Barron's

The aging greats will have their rematch Sept. 19 live on Netflix in the first boxing match held at the Las Vegas Sphere.

From Los Angeles Times

Since then, nobody really has been clamouring for a rematch.

From BBC