Self-assured Wardley Weighs Twenty Pounds Less Compared to Heavier Parker
In-form Parker (on the left) has a six-fight winning streak, and stoppage expert Wardley remains unbeaten in 20 pro bouts.
Wardley-Parker Heavyweight Clash
Venue: O2 Arena, the capital Fight Night: Weekend, the 25th of October
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Joseph Parker weighed approximately twenty pounds more compared to the British boxer as each heavyweights cut self-assured figures - albeit in different ways - leading up to the Saturday main event in the UK.
From New Zealand Joseph Parker is risking his WBO interim championship and shot to fight for the world title up for grabs facing the perfect Wardley at the London venue.
Undisputed division king Usyk has indicated his intention to defend his four belts versus the winner.
"This is the moment. This means the ultimate," remarked a focused but zoned-in Wardley, thirty, at yesterday's weigh-in.
Wardley - who holds the WBA interim strap - registered at 17st 5lb, matching his previous matches.
"This is the one leading up to the one. All the work is completed. Training is completed. The intense training is accomplished. Now for some relaxation now. Big night ahead," he stated further.
Spitalfields Market in the capital's east hosted more than typical items on the measure as the two fighters confronted each other for the ultimate face-off before the main event.
Parker winked at the camera and swayed along to the music.
Showing off his muscles, he looked powerful and strong as he tipped the scales at 119 kg, just five pounds below than his career-heaviest.
This represents a significant difference from the 16st 12lb iteration who lost his belt to Anthony Joshua in 2018.
"We are alert, we are careful, but I'm going to fight fire with fire and I intend to connect with him," Parker declared.
I operate on a higher plane and will dominate him - Joseph Parker
Fabio Wardley, wearing an Ipswich Town jersey, held a straight face, nodded to the fans, but appeared concentrated.
Despite being the smaller man, Fabio Wardley has outstanding stopping ability. He staged a remarkable recovery against Justis Huni in June, trailing on the judges' cards prior to defeating his foe in the 10th round although being outboxed for the majority of the fight.
"His opponent, his camp and the sport's followers are about to discover I am destined to be at the summit of this weight class," Fabio Wardley said.
"Each rival has been the one pundits say will overcome me. Here we are again. His attributes include exceptional pace, too fast, vastly experienced. Yet My record is perfect yet, and no one will alter in the ring."
