Confident Wardley Tips the scales at 20lb Below Compared to Bulky Joseph Parker

Joseph Parker v Fabio Wardley

Venue: O2 Arena, the capital Date: Saturday, October 25

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Parker registered nearly twenty pounds more against Fabio Wardley as both big men displayed self-assured poses - even if in different manners - for the Saturday feature bout in London.

New Zealand's Parker will put his interim WBO title and opportunity to compete for the global championship up for grabs facing the perfect Fabio Wardley at the O2 Arena.

Unified division king the champion has made clear his intention to defend his championship titles versus the winner.

"This is it. This means everything," stated a focused but focused Wardley, 30, at yesterday's scale ceremony.

Wardley - the holder of the interim WBA title - came in at 110 kg, in line with his recent bouts.

"This is the one before the ultimate challenge. All the work is completed. Preparation is wrapped up. The grueling sessions is accomplished. Now for some relaxation now. Major event ahead," he stated further.

The historic venue in London's east end witnessed not just typical items on the measure as the two heavyweights squared up for the final time ahead of fight night.

Joseph Parker gave a wink at the lenses and moved along to the beat.

As he flexed his muscles, he appeared imposing and powerful as he tipped the scales at 18st 10lb, merely a handful of pounds less than his heaviest ever.

This represents a far cry from the 16st 12lb version who was defeated his belt to Anthony Joshua in the year 2018.

"We are alert, we're cautious, but I'm going to respond with equal force and I will reach him," Joseph Parker said.

Fabio Wardley, dressed in an football shirt, maintained a focused look, nodded to the crowd, but seemed focused.

He may be the less heavy fighter, Fabio Wardley has outstanding knockout power. He delivered a dramatic recovery against his opponent in last June, trailing on the official tallies before defeating his foe in the 10th round despite being outclassed for much of the fight.

"Joseph Parker, his team and the sport's followers are about to discover I belong to be at the summit of this weight class," Fabio Wardley stated.

"Each rival has been the boxer experts say will defeat me. This is the one. He's exceptional pace, too fast, highly seasoned. However My record is perfect to date, and nothing will change on fight night."