The “interim” WBO world heavyweight champion Briton Joe Joyce (15-0, 14 KOs), who knocked out the New Zealand ex-world champion Joseph Parker (30-3, 21 KOs) a day ago in the 11th round, demonstrated a sporty class and empathy.
The winner posted in
Twitter joint post-combat photo with a defeated enemy.
“I looked at the record. We really put on a great show! The British signed the picture. Joe will be back. Strong, strong man! My respect”.
Here they are, the gladiators:
Meanwhile, the winner’s top compatriot believes that Joyce “will beat both Joshua and middleweight Usyk, but Wilder’s speed and power may be a problem.” Ex-champ Haye also commented on Joyce’s victory.
Joyce – Parker. Combat Hit Statistics
vRINGe report on the Joyce-Parker fight: Mustache to be afraid or