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.
Prior to the fight, Wardley (20-0-1, KO19) had become the WBA interim boss in June, while Parker (36-4, KO24) had defended his interim WBO crown against Martin Bakole in February.
The fight was intense from the start, with Wardley being hurt by a Parker right hand in the first round and Parker landing a combination.
Wardley recovered and landed significant blows on Parker, rocking him momentarily.
Wardley's win marked a dramatic turn of events, with Parker's right hand shaking Wardley again in the second round.
Author's summary: Fabio Wardley wins against Joseph Parker.