Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley - Results & Post-Fight Report
Fabio Wardley achieved a career-best win, stopping former world champion Joseph Parker in the eleventh round of a classic match.
Wardley stunned Parker at the O2 Arena, where Parker had become the WBO interim champion in 2023 after defeating Zhilei Zhang.
Notably, Wardley (20-0-1, KO19) became the WBA interim boss in June, while Parker (36-4, KO24) had defended his interim WBO crown against Martin Bakole in February.
The intense match saw drama from the start, with Wardley being hurt by Parker's right hand late in the first round and again in the second.
Wardley roared back, landing big blows on the champion that rocked him momentarily.
Author's summary: Wardley wins against Parker.