Wilder vs Parker Fight on Dec. 23 Should Be Main Event: People Want To See Knockouts, Excitement . After one of his biggest fights in years was confirmed today—a blockbuster against former WBC champion Deontay Wilder in Saudi Arabia next month—New Zealand heavyweight Joseph Parker claims he has his “spark back.”
Parker and Wilder’s battle on the same bill as Anthony Joshua’s fight against Swede Otto Wallin was confirmed today. Junior Fa, a fellow Kiwi, is also featured on the card. The date of the event is December 24, NZT.
Parker will be fighting for the fourth time in 2023, while Wilder will be fighting for the first time in just two years.
“We decided to stay busy at the start of the year. This is my fourth battle of the year, and I’m definitely looking forward to it. I’ve never shied away from big bouts or opportunities in my career, and I’m prepared for this matchup with Wilder. I can’t wait to work on this again when I return to camp.
Read More: Where to Watch Wilder vs Parker on DAZN (Date, Start time).
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Joseph Parker v Deontay Wilder: Date, odds, boxing records, undercard
| Fight stats | Deontay Wilder | Joseph Parker |
| Height | 6’7″ | 6’5″ |
| Weight | 107.9 kg | 115.6 kg |
| Fight Record | 43-2-1 (42 KOs) | 33-3 (23 KOs) |
| Last Fight | Robert Helenius (October 2022) | Simon Kean (October 2023) |
Fans are clamoring for a matchup between Wilder and Joshua, but Wilder is facing Parker. But there’s new hope that the two heavyweights will square off after they have openly declared their intention to fight in recent weeks.
They now enter the ring on the same night, and during the press conference for the announcement, Wilder addressed AJ specifically.
“Seeing him face-to-face in the same room is a good thing,” the “Bronze Bomber” remarked.
When is Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder fight card?
The event will take place on December 23.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Main Event Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (ET) | Saturday, December 23 | TBA | TBA |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, December 23 | TBA | TBA |
| UK and Ireland | Saturday, December 23 | TBA | TBA |
| Australia | Sunday, December 24 | TBA | TBA |
Read more: Joseph Parker v Deontay Wilder: Kiwi heavyweight’s blockbuster clash confirmed
How to watch the fighter card for Joseph Parker v Deontay Wilder
Further details will be provided by Sporting News as they become available. Given that a number of the boxers are represented by Matchroom and Queensberry Promotions, ESPN+ and DAZN may work together in the future.
The Joseph Parker v Deontay Wilder fight card is missing.
An arena to be determined will host the tournament in Saudi Arabia. Joshua has engaged in combat in Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah Sports City and Diriyah Arena.
Anthony Joshua record and bio
- Nationality: British
- Born: October 15, 1989
- Height: 6-6
- Reach: 82 inches
- Total fights: 29
- Record: 26-3 with 23 wins via knockout
Deontay Wilder record and bio
- Nationality: American
- Born: October 22, 1985
- Height: 6-7
- Reach: 83 inches
- Total fights: 46
- Record: 43-2-1 with 42 wins via knockout
Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder Saudi Arabia rumored fight card
- Anthony Joshua vs. Otto Wallin
- Deontay Wilder vs. Joseph Parker
- Dmitry Bivol vs. Lyndon Arthur for the WBA light heavyweight title
- Jai Opetaia vs. Ellis Zorro for the IBF and Ring cruiserweight titles
- Filip Hrgovic vs. Mark De Mori
- Daniel Dubois vs. Jarrell Miller
- Frank Sanchez vs. Junior Fa
- Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Agit Kabayel