'Creed' sequel to shoot in 2018, hints Sylvester Stallone

Los Angeles: Sylvester Stallone has indicated that production on a sequel to the 2015 film "Creed" is expected to begin next year.

The sports drama featured Michael B Jordan as Adonis Creed, the son of Apollo Creed, with Stallone reprising the role of Rocky Balboa.

Taking to Instagram, the 71-year-old star posted a still from "Creed", which showed him and Jordan training.

"Getting stronger!!! 2018 #Creed 2 #mgm #fitness #Rocky," Stallone captioned the picture.

"We are continuing to work on developing the sequel to 'Creed'," an MGM spokeswoman told Variety.

"Creed" was directed by Ryan Coogler from a script he co-wrote with Aaron Covington.