Fabio Wardley: If I beat Joseph Parker, heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will want to fight me next
Key Takeaways
- Fabio Wardley expects to become the mandatory challenger for Oleksandr Usyk's WBO title if he beats Joseph Parker on October 25th.
- Wardley believes Usyk would be entertained by a fight with him, viewing him as an exciting opponent.
- The winner of the Wardley vs. Parker fight is mandated to challenge for the WBO title unless Usyk vacates it.
- Wardley demonstrated significant heart and a finisher's instinct by knocking out Justis Huni in his previous fight.
- Wardley sees his difficult fight against Huni as proof of his unwavering belief and determination under pressure.
Fabio Wardley is confident that if he wins his upcoming October 25th bout against Joseph Parker, undisputed world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will be obliged to fight him next as the mandatory challenger for the WBO title. While Usyk could potentially vacate the belt, Wardley suggests that the champion might welcome a fight with him, viewing Wardley as an entertaining opponent similar to himself. Wardley recently showcased his resilience and finishing power by knocking out Justis Huni in the 10th round, even after being largely outboxed in that contest. He views that difficult fight as a necessary test that proved his inner qualities of determination and belief in finishing a fight, even when things are not going perfectly. Wardley also previously avenged a draw against Frazer Clarke with a first-round knockout, highlighting his ability to bounce back.
