Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Fabio Wardley Reflects on Parker vs. Joshua Clash

10/26/2025

26 5

Summary

Story summary

In March 2018, Joseph Parker challenged Anthony Joshua for the heavyweight title in Cardiff, where Parker lost the match and his world title.
Fans gathered at The Plough pub in Ipswich to watch the fight, including Fabio Wardley, a novice pro just starting his boxing career.
Wardley reflected on the night, noting the contrast between his own early career and Parker's and highlighting their different paths in boxing.

1 of 1

Story summary

In March 2018, Joseph Parker challenged Anthony Joshua for the heavyweight title in Cardiff, where Parker lost the match and his world title.
Fans gathered at The Plough pub in Ipswich to watch the fight, including Fabio Wardley, a novice pro just starting his boxing career.
Wardley reflected on the night, noting the contrast between his own early career and Parker's and highlighting their different paths in boxing.