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Parker faces Bakole in Riyadh after Dubois` withdrawal, raising fitness concerns for Bakole ahead of the fight.

Joseph Parker and Martin Bakole are set to clash this weekend in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, after Daniel Dubois withdrew due to illness. Parker was originally slated to challenge Dubois for the IBF World Heavyweight Title, but Bakole has stepped in on short notice, accepting the fight just 36 hours before the bout.

Bakole, who was scheduled to fight Efe Ajagba in May, has not begun his training camp, raising concerns about his fitness for a high-paced 12-round fight. Former sparring partner Nick Campbell noted that Bakole appears "pretty heavy," which could impact his performance against Parker.

This matchup serves as the co-main event to the highly anticipated rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol at the Kingdom Arena. Tony Bellew, a former world champion, has backed Parker due to his extensive experience and full training camp. However, he cautioned that Bakole could be "extremely dangerous early" in the fight, potentially seeking an early stoppage given his lack of preparation for a full-length bout.

For fans looking to gear up for the event, a variety of boxing products are available, including gloves, shorts, and merchandise for both fighters.

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