Dice City Sports · Oct 26, 2025
Fabio Wardley Shocks Joseph Parker In Knockout Victory
© Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesLONDON — Fabio Wardley pulled off one of the most dramatic victories in recent British heavyweight history Saturday night, stopping former world champion Joseph Parker in the 11th round at the O2 Arena to book his ticket to an undisputed world title shot against Oleksandr Usyk.
The Ipswich native, backed by a raucous pro-Wardley crowd, overcame serious adversity including a bloodied nose, early pressure, and multiple near disasters to rally back and stop one of boxing’s most in-form contenders. The official time of the stoppage was 1:54 of Round 11.
From Near Defeat to Defining Victory