Joseph Parker will fight Zhilei Zhang in Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou.
In the wake of his astounding upset victory over Deontay Wilder last December, Joseph Parker, the beloved New Zealand heavyweight, wastes no time diving back into the fray of high-stakes boxing. His next challenge? The formidable Zhilei Zhang is a fighter whose age belies his current peak form.
At 40 years old, Zhang stands as a testament to the adage that age is just a number. With two consecutive stoppage wins over the resilient Joe Joyce, an Olympic silver medalist known for his toughness, Zhang enters the ring with momentum and confidence.
For Parker, this bout presents yet another grueling test of skill and fortitude. Yet he approaches it with the same determination that propelled him to victory against Wilder, widely regarded as one of the sport’s most devastating punchers.
Reflecting on his triumph over Wilder, Parker expressed satisfaction with his performance and execution of the game plan. “It was a good performance, and I was very happy I was able to go out there and execute the plan that we had in place. Wilder was a dangerous fighter, but it wasn’t his night. It was my night,” Parker recounted to Sky Sports News.
With his sights set firmly on Zhang, Parker understands the challenges that lie ahead. But armed with skill, strategy, and unwavering confidence, he steps into the ring once again, ready to face whatever his opponent brings. In the unforgiving arena of heavyweight boxing, every fight is a test of character, and Joseph Parker remains resolute in his pursuit of victory.
