Anthony Joshua (WBA, IBF, IBO) vs. Joseph Parker (WBO) - March 31st 2018

[Like a Boss]

Here’s what the fighters had to say on Wednesday:

ANTHONY JOSHUA: “This is bigger than last time. Boxing is bigger than ever right now. This is the golden era and I’m happy to be a part of it.

“It’s good news that he wants a war. In boxing, all you need is a good chin and a right hand but I’ve been working on finesse, technique, counter punching. I hope Joseph Parker falls into my booby traps because I’m going to set him up with some power shots as well. Yeah, I’ll be up for a war. I’ll hopefully be up for some blood, sweat, and cheers from my corner.

“Physically I believe in my ability. I’m focused and I understand it’s a boxing match and the people are expecting the pinnacle of boxing. Hopefully they’ll be able to see me through to victory.

“You need to still keep that challenger’s mind-set. I’m still the challenger in my head, and sometimes I don’t want to be seen with the belts around me too much. Now that I’m the hunted, it’s no time to just put my feet up and relax. I’m out there defending my throne on Saturday night.

“I can’t worry about it [futures bouts]. Saturday night is where it’s at. Saturday night is big enough. Saturday night is massive.”

JOSEPH PARKER:

“Since we’ve been here we’ve been welcomed with open arms. I expect a good crowd, a fair crowd. There are a lot of people supporting Joshua here, but we have a lot of support back home. It’s great to see all my family and friends here, and we’ve got some support here, as well.

“All Black (New Zealand rugby) style has always done well here in Wales, so I’m looking to keep that record clean.”

“I think some of the things our team has said has gotten under his skin. I’m not unhappy. He looks a little unhappy and a little tense. I think everyone’s different in how they approach a fight. We’re quite relaxed and calm. I’m excited about this fight, but it’s a controlled excitement.

“Klitschko’s a great fighter and champion who we respect, but Klitschko is Klitschko. I’m a different story altogether. I’m young and hungry, I’m fit and strong and I got my speed back. I will show that on Saturday.

“I’ve got the speed, power, skills, technique, all of the above.

“See you soon, [Anthony Joshua]. Let’s go to war!”

[Ruthless-RKO]

Anyone seen this?

[KiwiRider]

Higgie reminds me of a prime Don King before he slipped into irrelevance.
We'll chuck Higgie in rehab when he burns out. For now he can be the most entertaining promoter in boxing.

[Mimmy]

todays live prezzer

[wesshaw1985]

[afcmarshall]

FIGHT SCHEDULE
Doors open 4.50pm - First bell 5pm

MORGAN JONES VS MOSE AUIMATAGI JNR
6 x 3 mins Super-Middleweight contest
Followed by (Live on Facebook)

JOSHUA BUATSI VS BARTLOMIEJ GRAFKA
6 x 3 mins Light-Heavyweight contest
Live on Sky Sports Box Office at 6pm

JOE CORDINA VS HAKIM BEN ALI
10 x 3 mins WBA International Lightweight Championship
Followed by

ANTHONY CROLLA VS EDSON RAMIREZ
10 x 3 mins Lightweight contest
Followed by

JOSH KELLY VS CARLOS MOLINA
10 x 3 mins WBA International Welterweight Championship
Followed by

RYAN BURNETT VS YONFREZ PAREJO
12 x 3 mins WBA Super World Bantamweight Championship
Followed by

ALEXANDER POVETKIN VS DAVID PRICE
12 x 3 mins WBA Inter-Continental & WBO International Heavyweight Titles
Followed by

ANTHONY JOSHUA VS JOSEPH PARKER
12 x 3 mins IBF, WBA Super, WBO & IBO World Heavyweight Titles

Live Float

SEAN MCGOLDRICK VS RICKY LITTLE
4x3 mins Bantamweight contest

[wesshaw1985]

Looking forward to this now...

[mickey1975]

So apart from the 2 names above, who else has had a fight for The ring title only? no other titles at stake?

Not sure about no other titles at stake. It's usually champions that are ranked highly. The Ring put their vacant title at stake for Ward vs. Kovalev II.

Apart from Tyson fury who else from the UK has held it in recent times?

Im sure Lennox Lewis did.

Hatton

[wesshaw1985]

[liamlion]

Not sure about no other titles at stake. It's usually champions that are ranked highly. The Ring put their vacant title at stake for Ward vs. Kovalev II.

Apart from Tyson fury who else from the UK has held it in recent times?

Im sure Lennox Lewis did.

Hatton

Joe Calzaghe.

[wesshaw1985]

[wesshaw1985]