Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker: Full Breakdown and Fight Details

Since this article was written, Daniel Dubois has pulled out of his fight against Joseph Parker due to illness, with a replacement named.

On February 22 at the Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) will defend his IBF world title against Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs). Dubois vs Parker will be an integral part of a loaded Riyadh Season card that will be available to watch through various PPV platforms. Ahead of this IBF title clash – we are bringing you a full breakdown of this intriguing heavyweight contest.

Dubois vs Parker: Complete Fight Breakdown

Dubois vs Parker for IBF Glory

The current IBF champion is the bookmakers’ favourite, with most pricing him at 2/5 for the win. His recent form has revitalised his career following a gutsy victory over Jarrell Miller and a stoppage win against Filip Hrgovic. Following these two victories, “Dynamite” scored a sensational KO win over Anthony Joshua.

Parker has won his last five fights, including high-profile wins over Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang. The New Zealand fighter is an intelligent fighter who should pose Dubois different problems. He picks his punches well and doesn’t waste much. He moves his head well and controls the distance in his fights. He’s also tough, as proven when surviving two knockdowns to beat Zhang.

“Dynamite” is heavy-handed as proven by his KO of AJ and his knockout record. His chin which has been questioned in the past, stood up impressively against Hrgovic and Joshua, allaying any fears. Parker will need to survive an early onslaught from Dubois who will look to let his power jab go and establish the distance. The challenger must move his head and feet early and control the distance, before dragging Dubois into the later rounds. The Auckland native is an impressive counterpuncher, and this could be a vital weapon during this fight.

This is a fascinating match-up, showcasing both power and ring IQ in abundance.

Dubois vs Parker Full Fight Card

• Main event: Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol – for WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO and The Ring belts
• Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker – for IBF heavyweight title
• Shakur Stevenson vs Flloyd Schofield – for WBC lightweight title
• Carlos Adames vs Hamzah Sheeraz – for WBC middleweight title
• Vergil Ortiz Jr vs Israil Madrimov – for interim WBC super-welterweight title
• Zhilei Zhang vs Agit Kabayel – for interim WBC heavyweight title
• Joshua Buatsi vs Callum Smith – for interim WBO light-heavyweight title
• Mohammed Alakel vs TBA
• Ziyad Almaayouf vs TBA

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