What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gag about parent sporting tie lacking originality (7)" mean?

The definition is "sporting tie lacking originality". The wordplay uses charade, container. RETCH (synonym of "Gag") + MA (synonym of "parent") [container: "about"]; definition: "sporting tie lacking originality" The answer is REMATCH.

Gag about parent sporting tie lacking originality (7)

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