Tyson Fury had foreseen the challenges Joseph Parker would face against Fabio Wardley prior to their match, as revealed by Spencer Brown, Fury’s manager. The fight at the O2 Arena saw Parker defending his WBO interim title against Wardley, with the victor earning a shot at Oleksandr Usyk.
In a career-defining performance, Wardley halted Parker in the 11th round, surprising many spectators. Fury’s early prediction of Parker’s tough night proved accurate, given Wardley’s remarkable showing despite being behind on the judges’ scorecards before the stoppage.
Following his victory, Wardley emphasized his belief in his skill by selecting Parker as his opponent and demonstrating his superiority in the ring. With Wardley now set to face Usyk, promoter Frank Warren is eyeing a potential bout in March, aiming for an agreement before resorting to purse bids.
Despite Warren’s optimism, Derek Chisora advised Wardley to steer clear of Usyk and consider facing Daniel Dubois instead. Chisora commended Wardley’s performance and expressed doubt about his chances against Usyk, suggesting a fight with Dubois first.
In another boxing event, Joshua Buatsi and Zach Parker are scheduled to clash in Manchester on November 1, with the undercard starting at 6pm UK time. The main fight is expected to begin at 10pm BST, airing live on DAZN for subscribers.
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