By Fabio Wardley MY FIGHT against Frazer Clarke was a crazy occasion. When we were put together, I think people thought the fight would be good. I don’t think anyone expected it to turn out like that and to be that great. I was happy with the level of entertainment it provided. I was happy … Read more
Over the weekend at the O2 Arena in London, we witnessed another thrilling British title fight that ended in a draw. This was the second draw in a short span of time, with heavyweights Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke battling to a standstill, much like Nathan Heaney and Brad Pauls did for the middleweight title … Read more
BN: Fans would want to know why Adam Azim has vacated his European title instead of facing Dalton Smith. What’s your response? Shalom: It was a tough decision, but we had to consider all options. Harlem Eubank was one of those options. In his career, most people in the boxing community would understand that the … Read more
Broadcasts Despite the ongoing speculation and reporting about UK broadcasters of boxing, this weekend served as a timely reminder of the value of their investment in the sport. Sky Sports, in particular, aired the London card on Sunday night featuring Frazer Clarke and Fabio Wardley competing for the British heavyweight title. Sky had effectively built … Read more
1) Bloody brilliant Tim Tszyu’s impressive performance the night before seemed to inspire Fabio Wardley during his headline fight with Frazer Clarke. Despite bleeding profusely from a cut on his nose in round two, Wardley showed resilience and determination, refusing to let the injury deter him. 2) Aim higher Low blows have been a recurring … Read more
By Elliot Worsell Despite the common perception that a draw is a letdown after a hard-fought bout, the result of the Fabio Wardley vs. Frazer Clarke fight should be seen as a testament to the competitive and captivating nature of their heavyweight clash at London’s O2 Arena on March 31. Both Wardley’s British and Commonwealth … Read more
By Elliot Worsell MOST of them looked the same. They were bald, as wide as they were long, and firmly of the belief that a scowl says a thousand words. As if created from the same recipe, or mould, these men would stand with their arms crossed, biceps bulging inside a too-small polo shirt, and … Read more
By Mark Baldwin With less than two weeks until a crucial fight, Frazer Clarke finds himself pulled in many directions, preparing for a significant domestic showdown against Fabio Wardley for the British title. Clarke, a former Olympic bronze medallist, is facing a pivotal moment in his career as he steps into the ring with Wardley, … Read more
By Fabio Wardley I have never allowed myself to dwell on how far I have come, but I can say it has been quite a journey. This Sunday night marks my seventh fight at the O2 Arena, and it will be my first time headlining after 18 fights. It is amusing to think back to … Read more
