Joe Joyce vs Joseph Parker ANNOUNCED as heavyweight rivals come face-to-face at Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte
JOE JOYCE will take on former world champion Joseph Parker in a mega heavyweight boxing clash.
The pair could fight in July with just contract signings left to go before it becomes official.
Promoter Frank Warren announced the fight ahead of Tyson Fury's mega title defence against Dillian Whyte.
Joyce came face-to-face with Parker at Wembley Stadium.
Warren said: "These are the two giants who are going to fight each other and see who's the best giant.
"It's going to be a great fight between the two of them. We're looking to put it on at some time in July."
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On the fight, Parker said: "It's been brewing for a while now.
"We're nearly done, nearly done, to agreeing the fight. We're so close.
"Just need Frank to sign the contract and then we're on.
"I'd love to fight Joe Joyce. He's standing right here, I've always wanted to fight him and he has always wanted to fight me, so let's get it done."
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Joyce is equally as excited to face the former world champion.
The WBO no1 contender Joyce, 36, said: "We didn't spar for a reason because it's such a great fight.
"It's going to be made now, it's almost there.
"Just really excited to get the party started and get in there."
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