The heavyweight boxing clash between Joe Joyce and Joseph Parker, exclusively live on BT Sport Box Office on September 24 in Manchester, was a highly anticipated bout that lived up to expectations. Both fighters came into the ring with impressive records; Joyce, undefeated at 14-0 with 13 knockouts, faced Parker, a former world champion with a record of 30-2, 21 KOs. This titanic encounter promised to be a pivotal moment in the heavyweight division, with Joyce looking to maintain his unbeaten streak and Parker aiming to reassert his position at the top of the division.
The fight turned out to be a dramatic and action-packed battle, with Joe Joyce securing a victory over Joseph Parker by knockout in the 11th round. Joyce's win was highlighted by his effective use of power jabs and a scintillating left hook that ended the fight, marking him as the first boxer to knock out Parker. At the time of the stoppage, Joyce was leading on the scorecards with a score of 96-94, underscoring the competitive nature of the bout. This victory not only extended Joyce's unbeaten record to 15-0, with 14 knockouts, but also earned him the WBO interim heavyweight title, solidifying his status as a major contender in the heavyweight division.
The aftermath of the fight saw Joe Joyce calling out heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, signaling his readiness for even greater challenges. Joyce's performance against Parker was a testament to his skill, determination, and power in the ring. For Joseph Parker, despite the loss, the fight was a display of courage and resilience, showcasing why he remains a respected figure in the heavyweight ranks.
Fight card:
▪️Joe Joyce vs. Joseph Parker, 12 rounds, heavyweight – Joyce’s WBC Silver and WBO International titles, Parker’s WBO Intercontinental title ▪️Amanda Serrano vs. Sarah Mahfoud, 10 rounds, featherweight – Serrano’s WBO and WBC titles, Mahfoud’s IBF title ▪️Ekow Essuman vs. Samuel Antwi, 12 rounds, welterweight ▪️Michael Magnesi vs. Anthony Cacace, 12 rounds, super featherweight – Magnesi’s IBO title ▪️Nathan Heaney vs. Jack Flatley, 10 rounds, middleweight – Heaney’s IBO international title ▪️Raven Chapman vs. Jorgelina Guanini, 10 rounds, featherweight – vacant WBC International title ▪️James Heneghan vs. Rod Douglas Jnr, 6 rounds, middleweight ▪️Amaar Akbar vs. Karlo Wallace, 4 rounds, super lightweight ▪️Mark Heffron vs. Martin Ezequiel Bulacio, 8 rounds, super middleweight
