Self-assured Wardley Weighs Twenty Pounds Less Than Heavier Parker

Wardley-Parker Heavyweight Clash

Fight Location: London's O2 Arena, London Date: This Saturday, October 25

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Joseph Parker weighed nearly twenty pounds more than his opponent as each big men cut confident figures - although in different manners - leading up to this weekend's main event in London.

Kiwi Joseph Parker places his WBO interim championship and shot to compete for the global championship up for grabs versus the undefeated Fabio Wardley at the O2 Arena.

Unified heavyweight champion the champion has made clear his aim to retain his world titles facing the successful fighter.

"This is it. It represents the ultimate," said a serious but concentrated Wardley, 30, at yesterday's scale ceremony.

Wardley - the holder of the WBA interim strap - weighed in at 110 kg, matching his latest fights.

"This is the one before the big one. All preparation is finished. Training is wrapped up. All the hard work is done. Let's get some rest now. Major event ahead," he continued.

The East London market in London's east end saw more than fresh produce on the weighing platform as the pair of boxers faced off for the ultimate face-off before the bout.

Parker winked at the camera and bobbed along to the beat.

Showing off his strength, he seemed hefty and powerful as he registered at 119 kg, just a handful of pounds below than his career-heaviest.

It is a far cry from the 107 kg iteration who lost his world title to Anthony Joshua in 2018.

"We are cautious, we are careful, but I will to respond with equal force and I will reach him," Parker declared.

Wardley, sporting an Ipswich Town jersey, maintained a straight face, greeted the fans, but appeared focused.

He may be the smaller man, Fabio Wardley has superb stopping ability. He staged a dramatic turnaround facing Huni in the summer, behind on the official tallies before defeating his opponent in the tenth round despite being outclassed for much of the bout.

"Joseph Parker, his camp and the sport's followers will learn I belong to be at the top of this heavyweight ranks," Wardley affirmed.

"Every opponent has been the fighter critics claim will beat me. This is the one. His attributes include too quick, too fast, vastly experienced. However I remain unbeaten to date, and no challenge will alter on fight night."