Fabio Wardley achieved a career-best win by stopping former world champion Joseph Parker in the eleventh round.
Wardley stunned Parker at the O2 Arena, where Parker had become the WBO interim champion in 2023 after defeating Zhilei Zhang.
Notably, Wardley (20-0-1, KO19) became the WBA interim boss in June, while Parker (36-4, KO24) had defended his interim WBO crown against Martin Bakole in February.
The intense match saw drama from the start, with Wardley being hurt by Parker's right hand late in the first round and again in the second.
The visitor also landed a nice combination during the opening round.
Despite this, Wardley roared back, landing significant blows on Parker that momentarily rocked him.
Author's summary: Fabio Wardley wins against Joseph Parker.