Tyson Fury had foreseen challenges for Joseph Parker against Fabio Wardley before the fight, as revealed by Fury’s manager, Spencer Brown. The bout 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 match, Wardley stopped Parker in the 11th round with a remarkable performance, surprising many spectators. Despite being behind on two judges’ scorecards, Wardley persevered and secured the win. Ahead of the fight, Fury had predicted a tough night for Parker, based on their discussions.
Following his impressive victory, Wardley expressed confidence in his abilities, stating his belief in being at the top of his game. Looking ahead, Wardley is now set to face Usyk, with promoter Frank Warren eyeing a potential March date for the mandatory bout.
Despite Warren’s enthusiasm, Derek Chisora advised Wardley to reconsider facing Usyk and instead suggested a matchup against Daniel Dubois. Chisora praised Wardley’s resilience and predicted his success but doubted his chances against Usyk. The boxing community eagerly awaits the upcoming fights, including the clash between Joshua Buatsi and Zach Parker in Manchester on November 1.
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