Joseph Parker today warned IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois that he made a mistake ahead of their February 22 fight for bigger matches.
Unfair exchange
Dubois and Parker seem uncomfortable talking trash today because it’s neither their style nor their quick wit. You could see the wheels turning as they tried to think of things to say in response to the remarks. It was painful to watch.
These two could use a hidden headset to feed the lines in times like theseas American politicians do during debates.
Challenger Parker (35-3, 23 KOs) and Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) meet today for the press conference for their fight next month on the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 card in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia .
Parker alluded to Dubois, 27, looking ahead by jumping into the ring after the Dec. 21 rematch between unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury to call out Oleksandr coyly.
Don’t underestimate
Joseph Parker: “You can look too far ahead to other big fights. You have a big fight in front of you now,” said Joseph Parker to IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois during today. press conference.
Daniel Dubois: “I have my mind firmly set on you.”
Parker: “It better be.”
Dubois: “I will be too much for him. Too much, too strong and too fast. Everything he does, I will do better. I am confident. I will not say too much and talk too much. Let the fans tune in. It will be a great fight.”
Parker: “I’ve been boxing for a while, but I feel like I have everything now. You’re in for a treat.”
Dubois: “I’ll teach you a few things here. Since you started, I’ll give you a few lessons with some new skills.”
Parker: “I’m waiting. Bring it.”
Dubois: “He’s always been like that, a nice guy. But once the bell has gone, we’re going to try to take each other’s head off.”
Parker: “I like that he’s full of confidence. He’s in heaven at the moment, but it’s all going to stop on February 22nd. Let’s go.”
Dubois: “Nah,” Daniel said when asked if he had a final message for Parker.
