In the lead-up to their highly anticipated showdown on December 23rd, Joseph Parker has expressed confidence in his ability to neutralize Deontay Wilder’s formidable right-hand power. The fight, part of the “Day of Reckoning” card on DAZN PPV at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is setting the stage for a potential mega-fight between Wilder and Anthony Joshua on March 9th. However, Parker is determined to disrupt these plans by defeating Wilder and further impacting his career trajectory.

Parker, a New Zealand native, sees an opportune moment in facing the 38-year-old Wilder, who has been relatively inactive over the last few years. Wilder’s limited recent engagements, including a one-round knockout over Robert Helenius last October, are seen by Parker as an advantage. Wilder’s financial security from his trilogy with Tyson Fury may have contributed to his selective fight schedule, providing Parker with a potential edge if he can extend the fight into the later rounds.

Receiving simple yet crucial advice from Tyson Fury, the former Wilder conqueror, Parker has been warned to avoid Wilder’s right hand and strive not to get knocked out in their twelve-round battle. Parker acknowledges Wilder’s danger in every round but feels prepared to handle it. He plans to employ movement and feints similar to Fury’s strategy in their first bout, aiming to make Wilder hesitant to unleash his powerful right hand.

Parker’s approach is multifaceted, combining his speed, movement, and power. He believes that every heavyweight possesses the knockout potential and that it’s all about timing, precision, and landing clean shots. Parker is confident in his power, potentially even greater than Fury’s, and sees his uppercut as a key weapon against Wilder.

As the fight approaches, Parker remains focused and self-assured, planning to put on a great display of boxing skills. He aims to catch Wilder off-guard and secure a victory that would upset the heavyweight scene. Parker’s confidence is not just in winning the fight but also in delivering a performance that showcases his abilities and reaffirms his position in the heavyweight division

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