🔗 Share this article Self-assured Wardley Weighs 20lb Less Compared to Bulky Joseph Parker In-form Joseph Parker (left) boasts a six-fight victory run, and knockout artist Fabio Wardley remains unbeaten in 20 pro bouts. Wardley-Parker Heavyweight Clash Fight Location: O2 Arena, the capital Date: Saturday, 25 October Live Updates: Tune in for live text commentary and live radio through BBC Sounds and app starting at 8:30 PM BST before switching to BBC Radio 5 Live from 10:00 PM. Parker stepped onto the scales approximately 20 pounds above compared to the British boxer as each heavyweights cut assured figures - although in opposing styles - for the Saturday feature bout in London. Kiwi Joseph Parker places his WBO interim championship and chance to challenge for the global championship on the line against the undefeated Wardley at the premier boxing arena. Unified division king Oleksandr Usyk has made clear his aim to protect his world titles against the winner. "It all comes down to this. It represents everything," said a serious but zoned-in Wardley, thirty, at Friday's scale ceremony. Wardley - the holder of the WBA interim strap - came in at 110 kg, consistent with his latest fights. "This contest leading up to the one. Every effort is completed. Preparation is wrapped up. All the hard work is done. Time for some downtime now. Big night tomorrow," he stated further. The East London market in the capital's east saw not just fresh produce on the measure as the pair of boxers squared up for the final time prior to fight night. Joseph Parker gave a wink at the lenses and moved along to the beat. Showing off his physique, he looked imposing and forceful as he tipped the scales at 18st 10lb, only five pounds below than his peak weight. This represents a far cry from the sixteen stone twelve pound version who was defeated his championship to Anthony Joshua in 2018. "We're weary, we are careful, but I plan to fight fire with fire and I'm going to get him," Parker declared. I have reached a different level and will overpower him - Joseph Parker Fabio Wardley, dressed in an Ipswich top, kept a straight face, nodded to the audience, but seemed concentrated. He may be the less heavy fighter, Wardley has exceptional KO strength. He produced a thrilling recovery facing his opponent in last June, behind on the scorecards then defeating his foe in the 10th round despite being outmaneuvered for the majority of the contest. "His opponent, his camp and the sport's followers will learn I belong to be at the top of this weight class," Wardley said. "Each rival has been the boxer pundits say will defeat me. This is that fight. His attributes include superior speed, too fast, highly seasoned. But I haven't been beaten to date, and nothing will shift in the ring."