Assured Fabio Wardley Tips the scales at Twenty Pounds Lighter Than Bulky Parker
On-a-roll Joseph Parker (on the left) is on a six-bout victory run, while stoppage artist Fabio Wardley has a perfect record in 20 pro bouts.
Wardley-Parker Heavyweight Clash
Fight Location: O2 Arena, the capital Date: Saturday, the 25th of October
Broadcast Details: Catch round-by-round coverage and listen through BBC Sounds and app from 8:30 PM BST before switching to BBC 5 Live from 10 PM BST.
Joseph Parker registered approximately twenty pounds above against his opponent as the two heavyweights cut assured poses - even if in opposing styles - for the Saturday headliner in London.
From New Zealand Joseph Parker is risking his WBO interim championship and chance to challenge for the world title at stake against the undefeated Fabio Wardley at the premier boxing arena.
Unified heavyweight champion Usyk has made clear his aim to protect his championship titles against the successful fighter.
"This is it. It signifies all," said a determined but concentrated Fabio Wardley, 30, at yesterday's weigh-in.
The British contender - possessing the WBA 'interim' belt - weighed in at seventeen stone five pounds, consistent with his previous matches.
"This fight leading up to the ultimate challenge. All preparation is completed. Training is completed. The grueling sessions is put in. Let's get some relaxation now. Huge occasion tomorrow," he continued.
The historic venue in east London witnessed not just fresh produce on the measure as the pair of fighters faced off for the final time prior to the main event.
Parker winked at the camera and swayed along to the beat.
Flexing his muscles, he looked powerful and forceful as he tipped the scales at 119 kg, only five pounds lighter than his peak weight.
This marks a significant difference from the 16st 12lb version who surrendered his belt to Joshua in the year 2018.
"We're weary, we are careful, but I will to fight fire with fire and I intend to connect with him," Parker stated.
I have reached a different level and will smash him - Parker
Wardley, dressed in an football shirt, kept a straight face, greeted the crowd, but seemed focused.
Although he is the less heavy fighter, Wardley has outstanding KO strength. He staged a dramatic recovery versus Justis Huni in last June, behind on the official tallies then finishing his rival in the tenth round although being outmaneuvered for the majority of the fight.
"Joseph Parker, his corner and the sport's followers will find out I am meant to be at the summit of this division," Wardley stated.
"Every opponent has been the one experts claim will overcome me. This is that fight. He's too quick, rapid, too experienced. Yet I remain unbeaten to date, and no one will alter tomorrow night."
