01-16-2023, 10:57 PM
A Deontay Wilder Showdown Is One That Joseph Parker Would Welcome
BY HANS THEMISTODE
Published Sun Jan 15, 2023, 10:21 AM EST
The road back to pugilistic prosperity was undoubtedly arduous, but one that Joseph Parker was more than willing to go down.
After coming up woefully short in back-to-back bouts against Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte, Parker (30-3, 21 KOs) dusted himself off and immediately began his rebuild. Although it was a protracted process, Parker began reaping the benefits, reeling off six consecutive wins.
Ostensibly needing at least one more victory before challenging for another world title, Parker viewed a win over Joe Joyce as salient and essential. Although he sauntered into their showdown filled with hubris, Joyce eventually broke the will of his man, scoring a stoppage win in the 11th round.
Now, Parker returns to his familiar rebuild. On January 21st, at the Manchester Arena in Manchester, England, Parker will look to get back on track as he takes on Jack Massey. By and large, Parker is giving the fringe contender most of his focus. However, the former WBO champion has been keenly paying attention to what’s been taking place stateside.
On October 15th, 2022, Deontay Wilder successfully embarked on the second half of his career. On the night, the former WBC titlist blasted Robert Helenius in the first round.
Admittedly, Parker reveals that he shook his head in approval. But, in spite of the Alabama native looking as explosive as ever, Parker is all for a future showdown.
“I know Deontay Wilder is coming off a nice win against Helenius in the first round,” said Parker to iD Boxing. “And he showed that he still got that big right hand. If everything goes well, we can make the fight happen.”
Still, even with his chest puffed out and his motivation reaching an all-time high, Parker is unlikely to face Wilder (43-2-1, 42 KOs) anytime soon. In all likelihood, the 37-year-old will either head into a WBC final eliminator against Andy Ruiz Jr. or a long-awaited showdown against Anthony Joshua.
In the meanwhile, Massey has lofty goals of his own. Since suffering defeat at the hands of Richard Riakporhe, Massey has racked up four victories in a row, three of which came before the sound of the final bell.
Parker though, isn’t perturbed with what his upcoming foe brings to the table. Should things go according to plan, the 30-year-old says that he’ll grab the nearest microphone and begin naming names.
“I’ll fight anyone.”
BY HANS THEMISTODE
Published Sun Jan 15, 2023, 10:21 AM EST
The road back to pugilistic prosperity was undoubtedly arduous, but one that Joseph Parker was more than willing to go down.
After coming up woefully short in back-to-back bouts against Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte, Parker (30-3, 21 KOs) dusted himself off and immediately began his rebuild. Although it was a protracted process, Parker began reaping the benefits, reeling off six consecutive wins.
Ostensibly needing at least one more victory before challenging for another world title, Parker viewed a win over Joe Joyce as salient and essential. Although he sauntered into their showdown filled with hubris, Joyce eventually broke the will of his man, scoring a stoppage win in the 11th round.
Now, Parker returns to his familiar rebuild. On January 21st, at the Manchester Arena in Manchester, England, Parker will look to get back on track as he takes on Jack Massey. By and large, Parker is giving the fringe contender most of his focus. However, the former WBO champion has been keenly paying attention to what’s been taking place stateside.
On October 15th, 2022, Deontay Wilder successfully embarked on the second half of his career. On the night, the former WBC titlist blasted Robert Helenius in the first round.
Admittedly, Parker reveals that he shook his head in approval. But, in spite of the Alabama native looking as explosive as ever, Parker is all for a future showdown.
“I know Deontay Wilder is coming off a nice win against Helenius in the first round,” said Parker to iD Boxing. “And he showed that he still got that big right hand. If everything goes well, we can make the fight happen.”
Still, even with his chest puffed out and his motivation reaching an all-time high, Parker is unlikely to face Wilder (43-2-1, 42 KOs) anytime soon. In all likelihood, the 37-year-old will either head into a WBC final eliminator against Andy Ruiz Jr. or a long-awaited showdown against Anthony Joshua.
In the meanwhile, Massey has lofty goals of his own. Since suffering defeat at the hands of Richard Riakporhe, Massey has racked up four victories in a row, three of which came before the sound of the final bell.
Parker though, isn’t perturbed with what his upcoming foe brings to the table. Should things go according to plan, the 30-year-old says that he’ll grab the nearest microphone and begin naming names.
“I’ll fight anyone.”