Really sad to see everyone bash Parker. I also bashed him for I think it was the Botha fight. But at least I see a progression in opposition here. He's taking the right steps, he's testing himself. Compare this to Wilder's pathetic "step up" program. From one unranked tomato can to the next.
Big step up for Parker, very risky fight for him. I would rate Takam as a top 10 heavyweight. Parker has been moving along nicely and was due a step up soon but this is bigger and quicker than I thought. A lot of respect to Parker here. I'm definitely pulling for Parker, the heavyweights could use some young talent. I just think Takam has too much skill and experience for Parker at this point.
Fury never deserved to be stripped, he had the belt all of 5 minutes.....good they took a sanctioning fee, a-holes
Fury didn't have to pay IBF sanctioning fees, Pulev did not pay WBA and WBO fees. IBF made it clear to the winner that mandatory will trump their rematch clause.
If you look at my posts from back when he was in the Olympics you'll find I fully supported him early on. Great story, with his daughter and everything. His pro career and championship reign, though - complete sham.