đź”— Share this article Assured Wardley Tips the scales at Twenty Pounds Less Less Compared to Heavier Joseph Parker On-a-roll Joseph Parker (on the left) boasts a six-bout unbeaten stretch, and KO expert Wardley has a perfect record in twenty career contests. Joseph Parker v Fabio Wardley Fight Location: London's O2 Arena, the capital Date: Weekend, October 25 Coverage: Follow real-time updates and audio coverage via BBC 5 Live Sports Extra plus digital platforms from 20:30 BST then transitioning to BBC 5 Live from 22:00. The New Zealand fighter registered almost 20 pounds more compared to the British boxer as each heavyweights cut assured figures - even if in opposing ways - for this weekend's main event in the UK. Kiwi Joseph Parker places his WBO interim championship and chance to fight for the world title on the line against the undefeated Fabio Wardley at the London venue. Reigning top heavyweight Usyk has signalled his intention to defend his world titles against the successful fighter. "It all comes down to this. It represents everything," said a serious but focused Wardley, 30, at the Friday weigh-in. The Ipswich fighter - possessing the interim WBA title - came in at 110 kg, in line with his recent bouts. "This fight prior to the one. Every effort is finished. Preparation is ticked off. The grueling sessions is done. Now for some downtime now. Huge occasion ahead," he added. The East London market in the capital's east saw beyond fresh produce on the scales as the two heavyweights faced off for the last occasion prior to the main event. Joseph Parker flashed a wink at the photographers and swayed along to the beat. As he flexed his strength, he looked imposing and forceful as he weighed in at 18st 10lb, only 5lb below than his peak weight. This represents a major change from the 16st 12lb fighter who lost his championship to Anthony Joshua in 2018. "We are cautious, we're cautious, but I'm going to respond with equal force and I'm going to get him," Parker said. I have reached a different level and will dominate him - Joseph Parker Wardley, sporting an football shirt, maintained a serious expression, greeted the crowd, but seemed zoned in. Although he is the smaller man, Wardley has exceptional KO strength. He staged a thrilling turnaround against his opponent in last June, trailing on the judges' cards prior to stopping his opponent in the tenth round although being outclassed for most of the bout. "Parker, his corner and supporters are about to discover I belong to be at the summit of this division," Fabio Wardley affirmed. "Every opponent has been the fighter critics predict will overcome me. This is the one. He's superior speed, too fast, too experienced. Yet I haven't been beaten to date, and no one will alter in the ring."