Joseph Parker has the superior velocity and boxing abilities wanted to ship a shocking knockout win over Deontay Wilder, says his promoter David Higgins.
The New Zealander has been confirmed as the following opponent for Wilder on a giant heavyweight invoice in Saudi Arabia, which additionally options Anthony Joshua vs Otto Wallin on December 23.
Wilder has earned a fame as essentially the most damaging puncher within the high division, however Higgins insists that Parker is able to delivering a sensational win following final month’s ruthless stoppage of Simon Kean.
“It was a fantastic performance by Joseph Parker,” Higgins informed Sky Sports activities.
“He confirmed he was explosive and confirmed nice energy. Simon Kean was a giant man and Joseph knocked him out with an uppercut. It was his third victory this calendar yr and Deontay Wilder would be the fourth. We just like the momentum that Joseph has heading into this huge alternative in Saudi Arabia.
“Any heavyweight can knock out a heavyweight. Joseph has bought over 20 knockouts on his resume. Wilder has bought an enormous punch, one of many greatest in historical past, however Joseph does have some benefits. He’s the higher boxer, he is faster. It is naive to put in writing anybody off.
“Joseph was a world champion, so was Wilder. Wilder may have a massive punch, but outside of that, he’s not as well developed as Joseph. It’s a winnable fight for Joseph Parker, if he brings his A-game and we see the best Joseph Parker on the night.”
“Yeah I do [believe Parker can stop Parker]. He put Chisora down a few times with the uppercut. It’s all about connecting with a well-timed punch. Of course he can knock out Deontay Wilder.”
Parker’s reign because the WBO champion was ended by a factors loss to Joshua in 2018, however the 31-year-old stays desirous to face the British star once more in a rematch.
“Victory will catapult him right up back to the top of the conversation,” stated Higgins.
“He could credibly ask for a rematch with Anthony Joshua for example, but also challenge for a world title in 2024.”