Frustration and determination are evident in equal measure as Joseph Parker contemplates boxing politics likely forcing him to fight once more before grasping his second shot at the world heavyweight title.

Joseph Parker made quick work of Martin Bakole in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to retain his WBO Interim Heavyweight Title.

Joseph Parker will face late-replacement Martin Bakole on Saturday night in the co-main event of the 'Last Crescendo' card in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Parker's ori

Mark Lyson, a judge and referee for many high-profile bouts, was soaking in the atmosphere before he began his official capacities on fight night. He was another face left stunned by the potential collapse of what was certain to be a heavyweight blockbuster.

Job done. It wasn't the fight Joseph Parker wanted, but it certainly was the best statement he could make in the circumstances this morning in Riyadh by knocking out Martin Bakole in only the second round.

Bakole steps in on 48 hours' notice after Daniel Dubois fell ill

Joseph Parker made light work of an incredibly heavy man as he demolished rotund late replacement Martin Bakole within two rounds in Riyadh.Parker was due to have a shot at IBF champion Daniel Dubois but the British fighter withdrew due to illness during fight week,

Martin Bakole has weighed in on arrival for his heavyweight title fight on Saturday evening with Joseph Parker after the heavyweight touched down in Saudi Arabia, replacing Daniel Dubois.