Joseph Parker

Joseph Parker is a highly acclaimed professional boxer from New Zealand, recognized globally for his tenure as WBO Interim Heavyweight Champion in 2024 and previously as WBO Heavyweight Champion from 2016 to 2018. His career includes numerous regional titles across Oceania and Asia, establishing him as a prominent figure in the boxing world. After becoming the first heavyweight boxer from New Zealand or the Pacific Islands to achieve a major world championship by defeating Andy Ruiz Jr. for the vacant WBO Heavyweight title in December 2016, Joseph Parker solidified his position at the sport’s elite level.

He subsequently engaged in notable bouts including Derek Chisora (May 2021, December 2021) and Junior Fa (February 2021). Demonstrating his enduring elite status, Parker delivered a dominant performance in December 2023, defeating former world champion Deontay Wilder via unanimous decision, a high-profile victory that reaffirmed his position as a formidable contender in the heavyweight division. Most recently, in March 2024, Joseph Parker further elevated his impressive career by winning the WBO interim heavyweight title against Zhilei Zhang. This significant victory showcases his continued trajectory at the highest echelon of professional boxing, positioning him as a leading contender for future world championship opportunities and confirming his status as a globally recognized and marketable talent.