Fabio Wardley, a rising heavyweight boxer, has his sights set on surprising the undisputed heavyweight champion, Oleksandr Usyk. Back in 2018, Wardley was a relatively unknown fighter who took a trip to Ukraine to spar with the Olympic golden boy himself. Fast forward to the present day, and Wardley finds himself just one powerful punch away from potentially facing Usyk in the ring for a shot at two of the four belts held by the talented southpaw.
Dreaming of a showdown with Usyk, Wardley reflected on the unexpected turn of events that led him to spar with the boxing star in Ukraine. Despite his humble beginnings as a novice professional boxer, Wardley is now on the brink of becoming the mandatory challenger for Usyk’s titles, thanks to his upcoming match against former world champion Joseph Parker on October 25. The 30-year-old fighter humorously recalled the surreal moment when he first received a Facebook message inviting him to spar with Usyk, highlighting the unlikely journey that has brought him to this pivotal point in his career.
Not one to shy away from a challenge, Wardley and Parker have both chosen to face off against each other at the O2 arena, providing UK fight fans with an exciting matchup to look forward to. While they could have opted for easier fights, the two fighters have demonstrated their courage and determination by stepping into the ring against each other, rather than waiting on the sidelines for Usyk’s decision. Wardley emphasized the importance of staying active in the ring to avoid the dreaded “ring rust,” expressing his desire to capitalize on every opportunity presented to him. With a hunger for world titles and a commitment to delivering thrilling fights for his fans, Wardley is poised to make a name for himself in the world of heavyweight boxing.
