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Anthony Joshua has shared twelve rounds with Joseph Parker and five with Daniel Dubois, and will be ringside when the two face off in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia next month.

Joshua beat Parker to unify the heavyweight titles back in 2018. Though the New Zealander lost a unanimous decision, he became the first man to force ‘AJ’ to go the full distance, showing a grit that would continue to serve him as he made his comeback.

Since then, Parker has lost to Dillian Whyte and Joe Joyce, but recent wins over big punchers Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang set him up for a shot at the IBF belt, currently held by Dubois.

Dangerous Heavyweight Being Considered For Anthony Joshua's Next Fight Vows To KO AJ In 1 Round - Seconds Out ‘Dynamite’ Dubois was elevated to full champion after beating Filip Hrgovic and made the first defence of his title in emphatic fashion, battering Joshua at Wembley Stadium and stopping him in the fifth.

With both men in fine form, the title clash is an excellent start to 2025 for the sport’s biggest division. Joshua is well-placed to pick a winner, and has announced a prediction challenge with Riyadh Season’s Turki Alalshikh.

“22nd of February. It’s gonna be big. Make sure you tune in. I’m actually gonna come out to Saudi and watch the fight between Joseph Parker and Daniel Dubois. Good luck to both men. Me and His Excellency, we have an agreement. He picks his side, I pick my side and we see who wins.”

‘AJ’ then backed Parker to win the fight and become a two-time world champion. He may well then target a rematch, having made it clear that he is looking to hold a belt once more.

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Teofimo Lopez claims Gervonta Davis’ ‘imminent’ retirement is a publicity stunt

Boxers often use the word retirement with a double meaning, at least in recent times, in which an eventual exit from the ring can create or help to fuel certain narratives focused on generating expectation around specific fights or strategies to remain in the media spotlight.

A strategy even Mayweather used

In the case of Gervonta Davis, many people think that talking about retirement at 30 years of age and with so much future ahead of him is not only premature, but an absolute nonsense, especially as several fighters are in line to fight him, including Shakur Stevenson, who showed his anger at the news that Tank plans to hang up his gloves when he finishes in 2025. He told FightHubTV: “If he wants to retire with the career he has, go ahead and do what you have to do. I don’t agree with that. I think that’s soft!“

A strategy even Mayweather used

In the case of Gervonta Davis, many people think that talking about retirement at 30 years of age and with so much future ahead of him is not only premature, but an absolute nonsense, especially as several fighters are in line to fight him, including Shakur Stevenson, who showed his anger at the news that Tank plans to hang up his gloves when he finishes in 2025. He told FightHubTV: “If he wants to retire with the career he has, go ahead and do what you have to do. I don’t agree with that. I think that’s soft!“

Shakur Stevenson called Gervonta Davis a liar. That he was never sent any contract for a fight vs. him

Stephen Espinoza never said they sent a contract. Only that there were preliminary discussions. But these lying Boxing news accounts twisted his words 🤔 https://t.co/FY8J1ek5O0 pic.twitter.com/vyMhvjPfwA

— 112 Fighting Sports (@112FIGHTNSPORTS) January 17, 2025

What is a fact is that Gervonta Davis’ words have focused the eyes and the conversation on the 140-pound division, in which all the fighters who are waiting for a chance with Tank have not remained oblivious to the bickering.

Lopez acknowledged to FightHubTV that even Floyd Mayweather used the same strategy in his time in order to fuel media interest in his fights, something that Gervonta seems to have learned well, who remains unbeaten and with a great punch with his 28 knockouts in 30 victories.

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These Celebrities Are Attending Trump’s Inauguration: Jake And Logan Paul, Joe Rogan And More

A number of celebrities gathered in Washington, D.C. to attend President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday as Trump continues to gain more public support among celebrities than he did in 2016.

Jake and Logan Paul, two brothers who rose to fame on social media and have since become a star boxer and wrestler, respectively, and endorsed Trump ahead of the election, were spotted with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman at the inauguration.

Comedian Theo Von—who had Trump on his podcast in August ahead of the election and congratulated him on his win after the election—was spotted at Trump’s inauguration.

UFC fighter Conor McGregor and race car driver Danica Patrick were spotted in Emancipation Hall in the Capitol where there is an overflow room set up, according to Punchbowl reporter Melanie Zanona.

UFC president and CEO Dana White was in attendance Monday, as was podcaster Joe Rogan, who had Trump on his podcast and endorsed him days before the election.

Former NHL player Wayne Gretzky was spotted at the ceremony with his wife, Janet Jones.

Country singer Carrie Underwood will be in attendance and is set to perform “America the Beautiful” at Trump’s inauguration before he takes the oath of office, singer-songwriter Lee Greenwood sang his song “God Bless the U.S.A.,” and Chirstopher Macchio sang “Oh, America!”

What Billionaires Are Attending Trump’s Inauguration?

A number of tech industry billionaires who have supported and met with Trump in recent weeks are in attendance at Monday’s ceremony. Attendees included the three wealthiest people in the world: Elon Musk ($433.9 billion), who has become one of Trump’s main advisers, Jeff Bezos ($239.4 billion) and Mark Zuckerberg ($211.8 billion). Apple CEO Tim Cook was reportedly invited to attend.

Trump’s inauguration this year is much more star-studded than his 2017 inauguration. The president-elect has garnered more support from celebrities, billionaires and executives than he did his first time in office, when his inauguration was marked by his team reportedly struggling to find performers. Robert Thompson, a professor of pop culture at Syracuse University, told the Associated Press that the celebrities supporting Trump are “still a small subset of the entire universe of what we call celebrity,” but that it’s an indication that “there may not be that distinct division we saw before.” Last week, Trump named three of his Hollywood supporters—Mel Gibson, Jon Voight and Sylvester Stallone—as special ambassadors to the area, calling it a “great but very troubled place” and saying they would work as his “eyes and ears” on the ground in pursuit of bringing back “The Golden Age of Hollywood!”

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Why Claressa Shields: ‘Fire Inside’ puts more pressure on upcoming fight

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 24 (UPI) — Boxer-turned-MMA champion Claressa Shields said the new movie about her life, The Fire Inside, in theaters Wednesday, puts more pressure on her to win her February bout.

The film stars Ryan Destiny as Shields, who became the first American female Olympic gold medalist in boxing in 2012. Shields transitioned into MMA in 2020, but will box against Danielle Perkins on Feb. 2.

On the line in this homecoming bout will be Shields’ WBC heavyweight title and WBO heavyweight title, and she’ll also compete for the vacant WBA title. She has a 15-0 professional boxing record, including three knockouts.

“Who wants to have a biopic about their great life and their great story come out and then lose a fight with all these new fans?” Shields, 29, told UPI in a recent Zoom interview.

“To have a biopic come out about your life while you’re the No. 1 woman fighter in the world, it adds a little pressure to your plate,” she said

The film begins in 2006, when an 11-year-old Claressa (Jazmin Headley, with Kylee D. Allen for running scenes) walks into a Flint, Mich., gym. Coach Jason Crutchfield (Brian Tyree Henry) agrees to train her.

By 2011, 16-year-old Claressa (Ryan Destiny) is a contender for USA Boxing’s female Olympic team. Shields confirmed the film’s training montages reflected her real preparations.

“In the ring, running, push-ups, the crunches, punching the bag, hitting the pads, it was a great training montage,” Shields said. “She did very well.”

Destiny sought Shields’ advice over Zoom, particularly in how to cope with soreness after exhausting training and boxing scenes. Shields told her to rest.

“Go and get a massage, ice bath, hot bath, rest, drink some water,” Shields said. “It’s OK to recover. I think a lot of athletes should do more recovery.”

After winning the gold medal in 2012, Shields still struggled financially. She was not winning endorsement deals like male athletes, and USA Boxing paid female fighters less than their male counterparts.

Shields has been an advocate for pay equality in sports, specifically boxing, bringing it up whenever she can in interviews. She said she’s pleased the pay gap is closing, but feels there is more work to do.

“I try to let other girls know what I’ve learned and give them the blueprint to where they can make millions of dollars being professional women fighters,” she said.

The film did take some artistic license with Shields’ post-Olympic struggles. A scene in which she tries to pawn her gold medal never happened, but Shields said it reflected her frustration that winning the gold did not alleviate her financial struggles.

“I locked it in a drawer for a long time,” Shields said. “I considered throwing it in the Flint River because Muhammad Ali threw his gold medal in the Ohio River.”

Shields said watching The Fire Inside made her emotional and brought back memories of struggles that were not included in the film. The film does touch on Shields’ volatile relationship with her mother (Olunike Adeliyi), going hungry as a child, coping with a loss in the ring and more.

“Seeing how hungry we were when I was a kid, it showed it only two times in the scenes, but it was all the time,” Shields said. “I remember everything else that was going on in my life at that time and it makes me very emotional.”

The film ends in the lead-up to the 2016 Olympics. Even in 2024, Shields said she feels like she still has more work to do, like defend her belts in February and win more.

She said her transition to MMA made her feel complete, as well as humbled being thrown to the ground. Shields also learned how to get back up and resist arm bars and other MMA moves.

“I am a complete fighter now,” Shields said. “I was already the best woman fighter in the world in boxing, but now I feel like I can go to the other side and do some damage, too.”

There will be no holiday break for Shields when The Fire Inside opens. She will train for the Perkins fight, and didn’t even let interviews interrupt her regimen.

“I just trained this morning,” Shields said. “I have to. I am eight weeks out from the fight and I have to perform.”

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Saudi boxing chief wants ‘more big fights’ for Tyson Fury despite retirement

Fury announced his career was over after his recent defeat by Oleksandr Usyk but has made U-turns before.

Saudi Arabian boxing chief Turki Alalshikh has suggested he will try and talk Tyson Fury out of his latest retirement, but already has contingency plans for Anthony Joshua if a bout between the pair cannot be arranged.

Alalshikh, a member of the Saudi royal court and a major powerbroker behind the kingdom’s move into the sport, said he would give Fury some time but does not appear convinced that his decision to walk away is final.

The self-styled ‘Gypsy King’ announced his in-ring career was over after his recent defeat by Oleksandr Usyk but has made U-turns in the past after claiming he was retired.

Speaking on talkSPORT, Alalshikh said: “As a fan of boxing, I don’t like it. We want to see Tyson in more big fights, but I can understand his decision.

“But over time this decision can change. I will support him and discuss it with him. I will leave him for some time to be with his family, then we can discuss it.”

A long-discussed clash with Joshua would generate enormous interest, and doubtless a huge payday if the 36-year-old could be tempted back.

Alalshikh, though, shot down the more outrageous claims about a possible purse and has already considered American Deontay Wilder as an alternative for Joshua.

“A lot of rumours don’t help us. No-one will propose £500million for a fight, these numbers are incorrect,” he said.

“And if Tyson is not available why not Joshua and Wilder? If you want something about the British markets, I want to see Joshua and Wilder now.”

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Why Gervonta Davis Names The Top 3 Greatest Fighters Of All Time

Gervonta Davis has named who he believes to be the three best boxers to ever lace up a pair of gloves.

Davis is currently carving his own legacy, having put together an undefeated record of 30-0, with 28 of those victories coming by knockout.

He is the current WBA lightweight champion, with his next defence coming in March against Lamont Roach, and ‘Tank’ has also held world honours at super-featherweight and super-lightweight.

When it came to naming who he saw as the greatest of all time, Davis had three fighters in mind whilst speaking to PBC.

“Floyd Mayweather. Sugar Ray Leonard. Pernell Whitaker.”

Davis worked with Floyd Mayweather during the early stages of his career, so it isn’t a surprise to see him praising the boxing legend, even though there relationship has been strained as of late.

Mayweather retired with a perfect record of 50-0, winning world titles in five weight classes from super-featherweight to super-welterweight, beating the likes of Manny Pacquiao, Oscar De La Hoya, Shane Mosley, Miguel Cotto and Juan Manuel Marquez along the way.

Sugar Ray Leonard was another that excelled in multiple divisions, becoming a five-weight world champion, and undisputed at welterweight.

Davis worked with Floyd Mayweather during the early stages of his career, so it isn’t a surprise to see him praising the boxing legend, even though there relationship has been strained as of late.

Mayweather retired with a perfect record of 50-0, winning world titles in five weight classes from super-featherweight to super-welterweight, beating the likes of Manny Pacquiao, Oscar De La Hoya, Shane Mosley, Miguel Cotto and Juan Manuel Marquez along the way.

Sugar Ray Leonard was another that excelled in multiple divisions, becoming a five-weight world champion, and undisputed at welterweight.

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Turki Alalshikh names Anthony Joshua fight he wants to make next if Tyson Fury is not available

Turki Alalshikh wants to see Anthony Joshua vs Deontay Wilder next.

The Saudi boxing chief has vowed to deliver boxing’s craziest year in 2025, and a fight between Joshua and Wilder would arguably live up to that expectation.

On Monday, Tyson Fury announced his intention to retire from boxing in a short social media statement that asserted his journey in the squared circle had ‘been a blast’.

‘The Gypsy King’ suffered his second straight defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in December. but hadn’t yet announced his future plans in the sport.

He had been heavily linked with a two-fight deal against Joshua this year, however, those plans have now been thrown out the window following Fury’s recent revelation.

Alalshikh joined talkSPORT’s White and Jordan on Thursday to discuss Fury’s announcement and what he has planned for Joshua next.

The boxing chief admitted he plans to hold talks with Fury over his future in boxing with fans still desperate to see an all-British heavyweight encounter against AJ.

But if that is not an option – Alalshikh believes Wilder is the next best thing.

“If you want something about the British markets, I want to see Joshua and Wilder now,” he said.

“If Tyson is not available why not Joshua and Wilder?”

Wilder has lost four of his last five fight, suffering two defeats to Fury in 2020 and 2021 before knocking out Finland’s Robert Helenius.

But he failed to carry any momentum into his subsequent bouts, as he fell to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang, which both took place in Saudi Arabia in what turned out to be two very shocking defeats.

However, a commercial blockbuster deal with Joshua will always be on the cards due to Wilder’s history with Fury and his devastating knockout power.

Simon Jordan agreed with Alalshikh, but threw another name into the mix as another suitable opponent for AJ.

“I can understand why people would want to see it,” Jordan said.

“I mean I’d like to see Joshua fight someone like [Martin] Bakole. I think there’s real jeopardy in that fight.

“I’d like to see Joshua fighting someone that was at the front of their career.”

Alalshikh interrupted: “We finished the deal with Bakole against the Nigerian fighters. [Efe] Ajagba or something like that.

“We finished that as they must do it because this is mandatory for the IBF.

“Then after that we are open to see Joshua also against Bakole.

“I want to see this fight right. I want to see it but you know where I want to see it. I want to see it in Africa.”

Bakole has been in ‘advanced negotiations’ to face Efe Ajagba in an IBF final eliminator to decide the major sanctioning body’s mandatory.

Dubois is the current IBF champion and is set to defend his belt against Parker on February 22.

Wilder, meanwhile, has reportedly signed his side of a deal to face journeyman boxer Curtis Harper in the spring, therefore it’s likely a fight with Joshua would come towards the end of 2025.

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Reason Why Mike Tyson spends part of the millions he won in his fight against Jake Paul on a mansion

Iron Mike Tyson has splashed some of his $20m earnings from taking on Jake Paul on a new mansion, months after the 58-year-old’s humiliating defeat at the AT&T Stadium on November 15.

The former undisputed heavyweight champion cut a timid figure and a shadow of his reputation in front of 80,000 fans, as 60 million people tuned in to Netflix to watch the final performance of his professional career.

Paul simply outclassed him with youth, save for a few moments when the ex-boxing supremo threatened to break the 27-year-old’s guard. The decision was such a foregone conclusion that The Problem Child spent the final seconds of the final round bowing before his rival.

Nonetheless, Tyson got paid handsomely to secure his long-term future and that of his family too; which includes a wife and six living children, after Exodus tragically died in 2009 at the age of four.

Now he reveals he’s spent most of that fortune on $13m a new home in Florida, two months after the night in Texas. Located by Delray Beach, the Tierra del Rey Estates mansion spans 2.7 acres and has a lake close by.

The purchase was completed on January 8 and includes Mike’s full name on the special warranty deed along with Lakiha “Kiki” Tyson (nee Spencer), his faithful wife of 15-and-a-half years.

Tyson grateful to survive Jake Paul

Cash aside, it was a gutsy move for Tyson to get back into the ring considering his age and the risk of heart and brain issues from punch damage and the extreme cardio of a professional bout.

Particularly considering the ulcer he received aboard a flight that forced the initial date of June 20 to be pushed back by months to allow him enough time to recover.

So despite signing off his time in the ring with a timid defeat, it’s worth reflecting on how far he came just to get to that position in the first place and that’s what he chose to remind his fans of.

“This is one of those situations when you lost but still won,” Tyson said online of his November 15 fight, perhaps alluding to securing his financial future. “I’m grateful for last night.

“No regrets to get in ring one last time. I almost died in June. Had eight blood transfusions. Lost half my blood and 25lbs in hospital and had to fight to get healthy to fight so I won.

“To have my children see me stand toe to toe and finish 8 rounds with a talented fighter half my age in front of a packed Dallas Cowboy stadium is an experience that no man has the right to ask for. Thank you.”

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Mike Tyson Net Worth 2025!

By Admin January 15, 2025

Mike Tyson is one of the most legendary boxers in the sport’s history. At the peak of his career, the former heavyweight champion was one of the highest-paid athletes in the world. But as quickly as he rose up, he fell.

“Iron Mike” earned hundreds of millions throughout his career, but he also spent lavishly, was scammed out of money from managers and promotors, went to prison, and declared bankruptcy multiple times.

Name	Mike Tyson
Estimate Net Worth	$20 Million
Source of Wealth	Boxing, Acting, Endorsements, Business Ventures
Salary	$20 Million (Last Fight / Nov ’24)
Businesses (Ownership)	Mike Tyson 2.0
Sponsorships & Endorsements	Smart Cups, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Manscaped, CopperGel

What is Mike Tyson’s Net Worth in 2025?

Per Celebrity Net Worth, Mike Tyson has a net worth of around $20 million in 2025. Facing financial difficulties since the early 2000s and declaring bankruptcy multiple times, most recently in 2010, Tyson’s over $400 million in earnings throughout his career was entirely depleted multiple times.

His most recent fight against Logan Paul in November 2024, which paid him an estimated $20 million, accounts for the majority of his current net worth.

Some of Tyson’s lavish purchases included multiple Bengal tigers for $50,000 each, luxury cars worth millions of dollars, including Lamborghini’s, Ferrari’s, and Rolls-Royces’, as well as luxury real estate.

Mike Tyson’s Salary

Outside of his boxing matches, Mike Tyson’s salary is unknown. However, his most recent fight against Jake Paul in November of last year reportedly earned him $20 million.

Since retiring from boxing, Tyson has made money from several projects and ventures. He most notably appeared in the smash hit comedy The Hangover in 2009, as well as it sequels. He’s also made cameos in HBO’s Entourage, the film Rocky Balboa, as well as featured in documentaries and series, including 2008’s Tyson and 2014’s Adult Swim animated series Mike Tyson Mysteries. Tyson also launched a Cannabis line called Tyson 2.0.

Tyson was reportedly paid $100,000 for his role in The Hangover and $200,000 for the sequel.

Tyson’s reported career earnings from professional boxing:

Opponent	Earnings
Trevor Berbick	$1.5 Million
James Smith	$2 Million
Pinklon Thomas	$2.5 Million
Tony Tucker	$2.5 Million
Tyrell Biggs	$2.5 Million
Larry Holmes	$5 Million
Tony Tubbs	$10 Million
Michael Spinks	$20 Million
Frank Bruno I	$8 Million
Carl Williams	$4 Million
Buster Douglas	$6 Million
Henry Tillman	$2 Million
Alex Stewart	$3 Million
Donovan Ruddock I	$3 Million
Donovan Ruddock II	$6 Million
Peter McNeeley	$25 Million
Buster Mathis	$10 Million
Frank Bruno II	$30 Million
Bruce Seldon	$30 Million
Evander Holyfield I	$30 Million
Evander Holyfield II	$30 Million
Francois Botha	$10 Million
Orlin Norris	$9 Million
Julius Francis	$10 Million
Lou Savarese	$9 Million
Andrew Golata	$10 Million
Brian Nielson	$5 Million
Lennox Lewis	$103 Million
Clifford Etienne	$5 Million
Danny Williams	$8 Million
Kevin McBride	$5 Million
Roy Jones Jr	$10 Million
Jake Paul	$20 Million

Mike Tyson’s Businesses

In 2021, Mike Tyson teamed up with medical cannabis company Columbia Care to launch Tyson 2.0. Fast forward a few years and they’ve now expanded across the US and to 16 other countries, according to their site. They sell flower, vape products, edibles and more.

The company reportedly earned $160 million in 2023, up from $50 million in 2022.

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Why Joseph Parker “100%” would be interested in a rematch with Anthony Joshua

By Admin January 15, 2025

After Tyson Fury’s shock retirement, Joseph Parker has emerged as a possible opponent for Anthony Joshua in a Wembley Stadium bout during the summer.

Joseph Parker has a fire in his belly for a return to a familiar target: Anthony Joshua. The New Zealander doesn’t just hope for a rematch; he’s certain it’s a fight worth pursuing. Fresh off a string of impressive performances, Parker stands poised to carve a new chapter in his career, one that may lead him back to the towering Brit who handed him his first professional loss in 2018.

This resurgence isn’t just talk. Parker’s promoter, David Higgins, put it plainly in a recent conversation with Sky Sports, stating, “One hundred percent, Joshua would interest Parker.” Higgins didn’t stop there. He underscored Parker’s readiness to face Joshua again, provided the timing aligns and Parker can get past his next challenge: the hard-hitting Daniel Dubois. That fight takes place in Saudi Arabia on February 22, a critical crossroads for both men and the heavyweight division as a whole.

Tyson Fury’s sudden announcement of retirement has left a noticeable void in the heavyweight landscape, one that could provide Parker with an opportunity to step in for what was originally pegged as a Joshua-Fury showdown at Wembley Stadium this summer. If Parker defeats Dubois, Wembley might just play host to a rematch steeped in redemption.

The last time Parker shared the ring with Joshua, it was a unification bout in Cardiff that ended in a unanimous decision for the Brit. For Parker, the fight was a learning experience, but also a sore spot – he entered the ring as the WBO heavyweight champion and walked out empty-handed. That memory fuels his hunger for a rematch.

Higgins paints a vivid picture of Parker’s mindset. “Joseph is laser-focused on Dubois right now, but the thought of a packed Wembley against Joshua is a massive motivator,” he says. Parker’s reputation as a fighter who stays active and doesn’t shy away from quick turnarounds adds weight to Higgins’ belief that Parker would be ready to fight Joshua just a few months after facing Dubois.

Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, seems open to the idea. “Joshua’s career now is not about Tyson Fury; it’s about regaining the world heavyweight championship.” Hearn confirmed that the winner of Dubois vs. Parker is firmly in their sights as a potential opponent for Joshua. While he didn’t commit to a timeline, the implication was clear: Joshua’s camp respects Parker’s resurgence and understands the value of a high-stakes rematch.

It’s not just words driving Parker’s momentum. His performances in the ring have done much of the talking. Victories over Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang – both known for their knockout power – have served notice that Parker isn’t just hanging around the heavyweight conversation; he’s a force to be reckoned with. Those wins, achieved within months of each other, showcased not only his durability but his ability to adapt against elite opposition.

Yet, Parker’s path to a Joshua rematch is far from a foregone conclusion. Daniel Dubois is no stepping stone. The British powerhouse is known for his ferocity and has his own ambitions of climbing the heavyweight ranks. Their February clash in Riyadh promises to be a battle of wills and a defining moment for both fighters.

Parker’s training camp has left no stone unturned. With Tyson Fury as a former sparring partner and the experienced Adam Booth in his corner, Parker’s preparations have been meticulous. Booth, who has a keen eye for strategy, recently admitted he was surprised to see Parker chosen as Dubois’ next opponent, but he also acknowledged the Kiwi’s ability to rise to the occasion.