Joseph Parker has recovered from a suspected spider bite and wants a fight before end of 2019
Joseph Parker has recovered from a spider snack and still hopes to be given a fight prior to the end of the calendar year, says manager David Higgins.
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The New Zealander was sidelined by illness for three weeks, forcing him to withdraw from a fight against Derek Chisora, that faces David Price on the Regis Prograis-Josh Taylor bill live on Sky Sports Box Office.
But Parker has stayed in Las Vegas to resume training and might welcome a bout in the upcoming few months, rather a fight that was rescheduled with Chisora.
Higgins told Sky Sports:He would love to return prior to the close of the calendar year, completely.
He has recovered from what is a three-week lay-off and hes back coaching, but thats actually an issue for Eddie Hearn. Hes the promoter and we are at their behest. We are realistic and were just waiting to hear back in Matchroom.
Hes in great spirits, he is back in training. The feeling for those doctors, we think it was a spider bite, although I saw the British press kind of mocked the spider snack item.
I am no expert, but it sort of destroys your immune system, your health. Youre fatigued. He had been ordered by professionals to stand down for three weeks.
Make no mistake, we desired to combat Chisora, we do. Well just see what happens.
Parker will probably soon be watching Chisora with interest with Higgins expecting his fighter might appear on the undercard for the Andy Ruiz-Anthony Joshua rematch, or even a large US bill as a speedy victory over Price could make it possible for the Brit to make a swift return.
It depends on how fast Chisora can turnaround and if Eddie Hearn or even Frank Smith can pull a few strings and get us on New York or even Saudi Arabia, explained Higgins. It would be a shame if Joseph had to sit out for eight weeks, but we remain optimistic.
Hes in camp, his own loved ones are with him in Vegas. He is sort of waiting. Hes ready and willing, but hey, if not, we have to be philosophical.
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