🔗 Share this article Self-assured Wardley Tips the scales at Twenty Pounds Less Lighter Than Bulky Joseph Parker In-form Joseph Parker (on the left) has a six-match winning streak, while knockout specialist Wardley remains unbeaten in twenty professional fights. Wardley-Parker Heavyweight Clash Location: London's O2 Arena, the capital Event Date: Weekend, the 25th of October Live Updates: Follow live text commentary and audio coverage via BBC Sounds and mobile application starting at 8:30 PM BST then transitioning to BBC Radio 5 Live from 10 PM BST. The New Zealand fighter stepped onto the scales almost 20 pounds more compared to the British boxer as each top fighters presented assured appearances - even if in different manners - leading up to Saturday's headliner in London. From New Zealand Parker will put his WBO 'interim' belt and chance to challenge for the global championship on the line versus the perfect Fabio Wardley at the O2 Arena. Reigning heavyweight champion the champion has indicated his plan to defend his world titles against the winner. "This is the moment. It represents everything," stated a focused but zoned-in Fabio Wardley, thirty, at the Friday weigh-in. The British contender - the holder of the interim WBA title - registered at 110 kg, matching his recent bouts. "This fight prior to the big one. Every effort is done. Camp is ticked off. All the hard work is accomplished. Now for some downtime now. Huge occasion tomorrow," he continued. Spitalfields Market in London's east end witnessed more than fresh produce on the scales as the both heavyweights confronted each other for the last occasion prior to the bout. Joseph Parker flashed a wink at the photographers and swayed along to the beat. As he flexed his muscles, he looked powerful and powerful as he weighed in at 119 kg, just a handful of pounds less than his career-heaviest. This marks a far cry from the sixteen stone twelve pound version who was defeated his world title to Joshua in the year 2018. "We are alert, we are careful, but I will to match him blow for blow and I'm going to get him," Parker stated. I operate on a higher plane and will dominate him - Parker Fabio Wardley, dressed in an football shirt, held a straight face, nodded to the audience, but seemed focused. Despite being the less heavy fighter, Wardley has exceptional stopping ability. He produced a thrilling recovery versus Justis Huni in last June, down on the judges' cards then stopping his opponent in the final round even though being outclassed for most of the contest. "Joseph Parker, his corner and boxing fans are about to discover I belong to be at the top of this weight class," Wardley stated. "Each rival has been the one critics claim will beat me. Here we are again. He is exceptional pace, rapid, vastly experienced. But I haven't been beaten so far, and no one will change in the ring."