Confident Wardley Weighs Twenty Pounds Less Below Than Bulky Parker
Winning-streak Parker (on the left) is on a six-match unbeaten stretch, while KO artist Wardley has a perfect record in 20 career contests.
Wardley-Parker Heavyweight Clash
Fight Location: O2 Arena, London Fight Night: Weekend, 25 October
Live Updates: Catch live text commentary and audio coverage on BBC 5 Live Sports Extra plus digital platforms starting at 20:30 BST then transitioning to national radio from 10:00 PM.
Joseph Parker stepped onto the scales nearly 20 pounds more than Fabio Wardley as each big men displayed confident figures - albeit in opposing styles - ahead of this weekend's headliner in London.
New Zealand's Joseph Parker is risking his interim WBO title and chance to challenge for the global championship at stake versus the perfect Fabio Wardley at the London venue.
Unified heavyweight champion Usyk has made clear his plan to retain his four belts facing the victor.
"This is it. This means everything," remarked a serious but zoned-in Fabio Wardley, aged 30, at Friday's pre-fight ritual.
The British contender - possessing the WBA 'interim' belt - registered at 17st 5lb, matching his recent bouts.
"This fight leading up to the ultimate challenge. All preparation is completed. Camp is completed. All the hard work is put in. Time for some relaxation now. Big night tomorrow," he stated further.
The historic venue in the capital's east hosted not just fresh produce on the scales as the both boxers confronted each other for the final time prior to fight night.
Joseph Parker winked at the photographers and bobbed along to the beat.
As he flexed his physique, he seemed powerful and powerful as he registered at eighteen stone ten pounds, only five pounds below than his heaviest ever.
This marks a major change from the 107 kg version who was defeated his belt to Anthony Joshua in 2018.
"We're weary, we are careful, but I will to respond with equal force and I will reach him," Parker declared.
I have reached a different level and will dominate him - Parker
Fabio Wardley, sporting an Ipswich Town jersey, maintained a serious expression, acknowledged the fans, but seemed concentrated.
Although he is the less heavy fighter, Fabio Wardley has superb knockout power. He produced a thrilling recovery against Justis Huni in last June, behind on the scorecards then defeating his opponent in the 10th round despite being outmaneuvered for most of the contest.
"Parker, his corner and boxing fans are about to discover I belong to be at the top of this heavyweight ranks," Wardley stated.
"Every opponent has been the one critics say will overcome me. Here we are again. He is exceptional pace, too fast, too experienced. Yet I remain unbeaten so far, and nothing will shift tomorrow night."