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Apparently Parker must defend his recently acquired WBO title against Hughie Fury within 3 months. How do you see this one going?

My vote was for Parker by decision. I had him beating Takam by 3 points and Ruiz by 1 and thought the judging was good in both those fights, though I wouldn't argue with anyone who had Ruiz beating him.

Parker vs Hughie Fury could be the best battle of jabs the heavyweight division has seen in a long time. Parker definitely has the edge in power, but Fury's superior footspeed and reach could win him some rounds. Intriguing fight, but I have to go with Parker on experience as we don't yet know whether Hughie is as good as Takam or Ruiz Jr.

Parker on points. Hughie might not be the mandatory as he's in deep negotiations with Wilder. If Hughie fights Wilder, Miller will mandatory.

That would explain why Wilder all of a sudden challenged Hughie Fury, because he knew beforehand Hughie appearantly can't show up because of this and now doesn't need to show up any more because "Hughie ducked him". Another smart ducking move from Wilder.

I can't evaluate Hughie's chin or heart. I guessed Parker decision.

If Hughie Fury is a bum like his brother then Parker should have no trouble knocking him out early.

Grailer wrote:If Hughie Fury is a bum like his brother then Parker should have no trouble knocking him out early.

What brother are you talking about?

Parker beats Hughie, either points or late stoppage IMO. Voted points in the poll.

Very different opponent than Ruiz. Who obviously didn't suit Parker. I think Hughie will though.

I gotta go with Parker on this!