Tyson Fury had foreseen the challenges that Joseph Parker would face against Fabio Wardley before their recent bout, as revealed by Spencer Brown, Fury’s manager. The fight at the O2 Arena saw Parker defend his WBO interim title against Wardley, with the victor earning a shot at Oleksandr Usyk.
In a career-defining performance, Wardley stopped Parker in the 11th round, surprising many spectators as Wardley was trailing on two of the judges’ scorecards before the fight’s conclusion. Prior to the match, Fury had already predicted a tough night for Parker.
During an interview with iFL TV, Brown recounted Fury’s insights, stating that Fury anticipated the challenges Wardley’s unorthodox style would pose for Parker. Wardley, following his victory, acknowledged the tough fight Parker presented and emphasized his readiness for the top competition.
With Wardley now set to face Usyk, promoter Frank Warren is eyeing a March date for the mandatory bout between the two fighters. Warren expressed confidence in reaching an agreement for the fight, highlighting the potential for an exciting matchup between the two talented boxers.
Despite Warren’s optimism, Derek Chisora advised Wardley to steer clear of Usyk and instead consider facing Daniel Dubois. Chisora commended Wardley’s performance and predicted success for him in the future, while suggesting a different path before a potential clash with Usyk.
In other boxing news, Joshua Buatsi and Zach Parker are scheduled to fight in Manchester on Saturday, November 1. The event, broadcast live on DAZN, is highly anticipated, with Parker expected to make his ring walk first followed by Buatsi for the headline encounter.
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