Joseph Parker, the renowned heavyweight figure from New Zealand, showcased his remarkable skills by executing a sensational maneuver reminiscent of Houdini. Despite being knocked down early in the match, he persevered for 12 rounds and emerged victorious over Zhilei Zhang, securing the WBO interim heavyweight title.
Parker, aged 32, appeared to be in trouble at the beginning, following a powerful blow from the 'Big Bang' that knocked him down and left him disoriented for the rest of the round.
However, Zhang failed to take advantage of the situation, as Parker managed to survive the round and gradually regain his momentum throughout the fight.
In the end, Parker emerged victorious through a majority decision, as two judges scored it 114-112 and 115-111, while the third judge deemed it a draw at 113-113, granting the Kiwi the interim title.
Joseph Parker fight result
Joseph Parker emerged victorious as the new WBO interim heavyweight champion after enduring 12 grueling rounds.
After the bout, Parker expressed his admiration for Zhang's impressive strength, emphasizing that their adherence to the strategy played a crucial role in clinching the win.
Parker expressed his excitement about the victory, stating, "This win is truly remarkable, it gives us a sense of progress and growth.".
Despite facing a formidable opponent in Zhang, who managed to knock him down twice, Parker credits his cornerman, Andy Lee, for providing valuable advice during the fight. Lee's words of encouragement, "Maintain composure and stick to your boxing strategy," resonated with Parker, and he executed the plan flawlessly.
Parker acknowledges the exceptional guidance and support he received from Andy and George, emphasizing their significant contribution to his success. Grateful for the presence of everyone who supported him, Parker eagerly looks forward to celebrating his triumph upon returning home.
Although the interim belt holds temporary status, this victory marks Parker's first world title, a remarkable achievement following his previous attainment of multiple regional titles.
Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang set for rematch
Parker disclosed an intriguing revelation: He is scheduled to face Zhang once more in the upcoming months due to a rematch clause outlined in their fight's contractual agreement.
"The next step for me is to go head-to-head with Zhang once again, we're going to repeat the experience," Parker stated.
"That's precisely what our contract entails, a rematch, and we are bound to honor it by going through it again."
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