🔗 Share this article Assured Fabio Wardley Tips the scales at 20lb Lighter Than Substantial Parker In-form Parker (on the left) is on a six-match winning streak, while knockout specialist Fabio Wardley is undefeated in 20 pro bouts. Fabio Wardley vs Joseph Parker Fight Location: London's O2 Arena, the capital Date: Saturday, October 25 Live Updates: Tune in for round-by-round coverage and live radio via BBC 5 Live Sports Extra and app starting at 20:30 BST then transitioning to BBC 5 Live from 22:00. The New Zealand fighter stepped onto the scales approximately twenty pounds heavier against the British boxer as the two big men presented assured figures - even if in opposing styles - for this weekend's feature bout in the capital. From New Zealand Parker places his WBO 'interim' belt and shot to fight for the global championship at stake against the unbeaten Wardley at the premier boxing arena. Undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has made clear his aim to protect his four belts against the victor. "This is the moment. It signifies all," said a serious but concentrated Wardley, 30, at Friday's weigh-in. The British contender - possessing the interim WBA title - registered at 17st 5lb, matching his previous matches. "This fight before the one. All the work is done. Camp is wrapped up. The grueling sessions is done. Now for some rest now. Huge occasion ahead," he stated further. The historic venue in the capital's east saw more than fresh produce on the weighing platform as the both fighters confronted each other for the final time ahead of the main event. Joseph Parker winked at the photographers and moved along to the beat. Flexing his muscles, he appeared powerful and forceful as he registered at eighteen stone ten pounds, just 5lb below than his heaviest ever. It is a major change from the sixteen stone twelve pound iteration who surrendered his belt to Anthony Joshua in the year 2018. "We are alert, we're cautious, but I will to match him blow for blow and I intend to connect with him," Parker stated. I'm at a different level and will dominate him - Joseph Parker Wardley, dressed in an Ipswich Town jersey, maintained a straight face, greeted the crowd, but looked concentrated. He may be the less heavy fighter, Wardley has exceptional stopping ability. He delivered a thrilling comeback facing Justis Huni in June, down on the scorecards prior to stopping his rival in the final round despite being outboxed for most of the bout. "His opponent, his corner and boxing fans will find out I belong to be at the top of this weight class," Wardley affirmed. "All challengers has been the fighter experts say will overcome me. Here we are again. He's too quick, too fast, too experienced. However I remain unbeaten so far, and no challenge will change tomorrow night."