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Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker: Highlights from Major Boxing Event

Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker: Highlights from Major Boxing Event

The buildup to “The Last Crescendo” boxing event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is reaching its peak as Saturday’s fights draw near. The card features several big names and championship bouts.

The main event pits Artur Beterbiev against Dmitry Bivol in a rematch for the undisputed light heavyweight title. The co-main event sees Daniel Dubois defending his heavyweight belt against Joseph Parker.

Here are some of the standout moments from fight week in Riyadh:

Daniel “Dynamite” Dubois in the Spotlight

Daniel Dubois expressed high confidence at Tuesday’s grand arrivals. Coming off a major knockout win over Anthony Joshua in September, the 27-year-old aims to retain his IBF title on Saturday.

Joseph Parker Embraces the Moment

Joseph Parker has shown a calm demeanor throughout the week. The New Zealander made a lively entrance at the grand arrivals, as he prepares for his shot at becoming a two-time heavyweight champion.

Late Change for Shakur Stevenson

In a significant development on Wednesday, Floyd Schofield withdrew from his fight against Shakur Stevenson due to illness. Stevenson will still compete on Saturday against a new opponent.

Artur Beterbiev’s Championship Collection

Artur Beterbiev will defend his undisputed light heavyweight crown, including the recently acquired WBA belt, in a highly anticipated rematch against Dmitry Bivol.

Hamzah Sheeraz Focused on Title Shot

British middleweight Hamzah Sheeraz shared his surprising calmness as he prepares to challenge Carlos Adames for the WBC title. Sheeraz is maintaining focus amidst speculation about potential future matchups with high-profile opponents.

By Marcus Bellamy

Marcus Bellamy works the bustling streets of Birmingham, where he's built his reputation covering everything from grassroots athletics to professional boxing. His distinctive writing style combines statistical analysis with compelling narratives about local sports heroes.

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