Joseph Parker stuns Deontay Wilder unanimous decision Saudi Arabia

Joseph Parker shocked Deontay Wilder in a heavyweight doubleheader in Saudi Arabia. Parker dominated throughout, and Wilder looked his age.

In a shocking upset, Joseph Parker emerged victorious over Deontay Wilder in a unanimous decision at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Despite being considered the underdog, Parker, at 31 years old, showed superior skill and dominance throughout the fight, outperforming the 38-year-old Wilder, who appeared to struggle against his opponent.

Parker's strategic approach and powerful right-hand punches kept Wilder on the defensive for most of the match, showcasing his strength and composure. The New Zealand fighter expressed confidence in his training and preparation for the fight, emphasizing the importance of staying calm, relaxed, and focused in every round.

While Wilder admitted to feeling off with his timing and acknowledged Parker's ability to evade his punches, he remained optimistic about moving forward and focusing on the next steps in his career. Parker's victory now positions him to potentially face the winner of the upcoming Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk bout in March, with the ultimate goal of competing for the undisputed championship.

The event also featured other notable fights, including Dmitrii Bivol's unanimous decision win over Lyndon Arthur for the IBO light heavyweight and WBA super light heavyweight belts, as well as several impressive knockouts. Daniel Dubois secured a 10th-round technical knockout of Jarrell Miller, Jai Opetaia delivered a first-round knockout of Ellis Zorro in a cruiserweight fight, Filip Hrgovic stopped Mark De Mori with a first-round TKO, and Frank Sanchez achieved a seventh-round knockout of Junior Fa.

Overall, the night was filled with intense matchups and surprising outcomes, solidifying Parker's victory as a standout moment in the world of heavyweight boxing.