Confident Fabio Wardley Weighs Twenty Pounds Below Than Bulky Parker
On-a-roll Joseph Parker (on the left) has a six-bout winning streak, whereas KO specialist Fabio Wardley remains unbeaten in 20 professional fights.
Wardley-Parker Heavyweight Clash
Fight Location: O2 Arena, London Fight Night: This Saturday, the 25th of October
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Parker stepped onto the scales approximately twenty pounds above than the British boxer as both big men cut confident appearances - albeit in different ways - ahead of Saturday's main event in the capital.
Kiwi Joseph Parker will put his WBO 'interim' belt and opportunity to fight for the world title up for grabs versus the perfect Fabio Wardley at the London venue.
Unified top heavyweight the champion has signalled his aim to retain his world titles facing the winner.
"This is it. It represents everything," stated a focused but focused Fabio Wardley, 30, at the Friday scale ceremony.
Wardley - the holder of the WBA interim strap - registered at seventeen stone five pounds, in line with his previous matches.
"This contest before the one. All the work is done. Preparation is completed. The grueling sessions is done. Let's get some relaxation now. Big night coming up," he continued.
The East London market in east London saw not just typical items on the measure as the both fighters faced off for the final time before fight night.
Parker winked at the camera and moved along to the tunes.
Showing off his muscles, he looked powerful and strong as he weighed in at 119 kg, only a handful of pounds less than his heaviest ever.
This marks a significant difference from the 107 kg version who was defeated his championship to Joshua in the year 2018.
"We are cautious, we're cautious, but I will to respond with equal force and I will reach him," Joseph Parker declared.
I'm at a superior tier and will overpower him - Joseph Parker
Fabio Wardley, wearing an Ipswich top, held a focused look, acknowledged the audience, but seemed focused.
Although he is the less heavy fighter, Fabio Wardley has exceptional KO strength. He staged a remarkable comeback facing his opponent in June, trailing on the scorecards before finishing his rival in the 10th round although being outboxed for much of the contest.
"His opponent, his team and boxing fans will learn I belong to be at the top of this division," Wardley affirmed.
"All challengers has been the boxer critics predict will defeat me. Here we are again. He's too quick, rapid, highly seasoned. But My record is perfect to date, and nothing will alter in the ring."
