🔗 Share this article Assured Fabio Wardley Weighs Twenty Pounds Less Lighter Compared to Substantial Joseph Parker In-form Parker (on the left) has a six-fight unbeaten stretch, whereas knockout artist Fabio Wardley has a perfect record in twenty professional fights. Fabio Wardley vs Joseph Parker Location: The O2, the capital Event Date: This Saturday, October 25 Coverage: Tune in for real-time updates and audio coverage on BBC 5 Live Sports Extra and app starting at 8:30 PM BST prior to moving to BBC 5 Live from 22:00. The New Zealand fighter registered nearly 20 pounds more compared to his opponent as the two big men presented self-assured appearances - although in different ways - for this weekend's feature bout in London. Kiwi Joseph Parker places his WBO interim championship and chance to fight for the world title at stake against the undefeated Wardley at the premier boxing arena. Reigning division king the champion has made clear his aim to retain his championship titles versus the winner. "It all comes down to this. It represents all," stated a focused but focused Wardley, aged 30, at yesterday's scale ceremony. The Ipswich fighter - the holder of the interim WBA title - registered at seventeen stone five pounds, consistent with his recent bouts. "This is the one leading up to the one. All preparation is completed. Training is completed. The grueling sessions is accomplished. Now for some downtime now. Major event ahead," he continued. The historic venue in east London saw beyond typical items on the weighing platform as the pair of heavyweights confronted each other for the ultimate face-off ahead of the main event. Parker flashed a wink at the lenses and swayed along to the beat. Flexing his physique, he looked hefty and strong as he registered at 18st 10lb, only five pounds lighter than his career-heaviest. This marks a major change from the 107 kg fighter who was defeated his championship to Anthony Joshua in 2018. "We are alert, we are careful, but I will to respond with equal force and I will reach him," Parker stated. I operate on a different level and will dominate him - Parker Wardley, dressed in an football shirt, maintained a straight face, acknowledged the crowd, but appeared focused. Despite being the less heavy fighter, Wardley has outstanding KO strength. He delivered a remarkable recovery against his opponent in June, down on the judges' cards then defeating his foe in the tenth round although being outmaneuvered for much of the contest. "Parker, his camp and boxing fans are about to discover I belong to be at the top of this heavyweight ranks," Fabio Wardley affirmed. "All challengers has been the fighter experts claim will defeat me. This is the one. He's too quick, too fast, too experienced. However I haven't been beaten so far, and no challenge will shift tomorrow night."