Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley Betting Tips, Predictions & Odds
Lewis Watson 
After a brief pause, big-time heavyweight boxing returns to London soil this weekend — and it does so with a clash that perfectly captures the division’s eternal allure: Joseph Parker versus Fabio Wardley at London’s O2 Arena.
On paper, it’s the classic contrast. The seasoned technician against the raw puncher. In truth, that’s exactly what it is, and boxing expert Lewis Watson has taken a closer look at the fight for Free Bets.
Check out his Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley tips below!
Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley Betting Tips
Joseph Parker has long since proven his worth among the world’s elite. A talented amateur who turned professional in 2015, he’s since stitched together one of the division’s most respectable resumes: a world title to his name, and marquee wins over Andy Ruiz Jr., Derek Chisora, and, more recently, a career-reviving run that saw him defeat Deontay Wilder, Zhilei Zhang, and Martin Bakole.Â
Under Andy Lee’s stewardship, Parker has evolved — slicker in movement, smarter in approach, and dripping in confidence.
Fabio Wardley (19-0-1, 18 KOs) represents something entirely different. The Ipswich man came through the white-collar circuit, turned professional in 2017 with only four such bouts behind him, and has since flattened almost everyone brave enough to share a ring with him.Â
His last performance against Justis Huni saw a dramatic night unfold inside Portman Road. Beaten to the punch for nine rounds, Wardley detonated one of his right hands in the tenth — a single, sweeping shot that changed the narrative and preserved his unbeaten record.
And so we arrive at this crossroads bout — the polished champion versus the dangerous unknown. Parker brings experience, control, and composure. Wardley brings volatility and violence.
It’s a fight that could go either way — and that’s exactly why it matters.
Let's take a look at our boxing tips for Saturday's big fight at the Sheffield Arena.
Tip 1: Joseph Parker to win via Decision/Technical Decision - 23/10
This fight is a big gamble for Joseph Parker, but we believe it is one that will pay off.
2026 should see the Kiwi get a shot at the world heavyweight championship — whether that’s against Oleksandr Usyk or not will be determined in the coming months — and this final hurdle will prove too costly to trip over.
Parker, aside from Usyk, is the former fighter of the division, and with Andy Lee improving him as a fighter in a number of areas, there will be a winning gameplan in place against the inexperienced Wardley.
Parker is durable and punches big, but so is Wardley.
If Parker feels he can’t get Wardley out of there inside the distance, then a Huni-esque fleet-footed display in the championship rounds can get him over the line.
Tip 2: Both fighters to score a knockdown - 9/1
We like this pick as a 9/1 shot.
Both guys hit hard and have granite chins, but if this one turns into a slug-fest in the middle rounds, then there’s a real chance both could hit the canvas.
Parker has been down in fights and still comes through as a winner — most notably against Zhilei Zhang and Derek Chisora — and if he is to get dropped again we are confident in his powers of recovery.
Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley Odds
| Selections | Latest Odds |
| Joseph Parker | 1/3 |
| Fabio Wardley | 13/4 |
| Draw | 22/1 |
Where to Watch Joseph Parker vs Fabio Wardley
If you're looking to watch the fight alongside getting involved with the boxing betting, then here's how you can watch the fight, which will not be shown on a traditional UK channel.
TV Channel & Live Stream Information
The fight will be broadcast on DAZN, as a pay-per-view event, priced at around £24.99. You need a DAZN subscription and to purchase the PPV to watch.
