Wardley trailed until late on but came back from the brink to continue an extraordinary career of comebacks and set up an undisputed bout with Oleksandr Usyk

Fabio Wardley is relishing the prospect of fighting Oleksandr Usyk after stopping Joseph Parker to record his finest

In his most recent fight, Wardley seemed to be cruising toward his first career defeat as he was thoroughly outboxed by Justis Huni for nine rounds. Wardley's power broke through in Round 10, putting Huni down for the count in a dramatic comeback.

For now, Wardley won’t care, with this gripping eliminator unfolding after years of Usyk solidifying himself as an untouchable force that has presided over the division. But Parker v Wardley is one of a number of fights beneath him,

Fabio Wardley will next face undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, insists Queensberry Promotions' Frank Warren: "He said he wants it, so that's what it'll be."