D'Arcy Waldegrave: Boxing has slung another curve ball - The All Sport Breakfast

Uh oh.

The murky world of boxing has slung another curve ball, this time in the direction of Joseph Parker.

The kiwi former heavyweight champion of the world, who has gradually punched his way back into contention has had the canvas whipped out from under him ahead of his IBF heavyweight strap clash against Englishman Daniel Dubois.

Set to go tomorrow morning in Saudi Arabia, Dubois has pulled up crook, although the nature of his illness is yet to be determined, it’s enough to keep him out of the squared circle.

At very late notice, Congolese fighter Martin Bakole has been lured in to have a crack.

He’s a monstrous character. His 21 and 1 record speaks enough, with his 16 knock outs coming early. But it’s the assertion from many that he is the most avoided boxer in his division that grabs the attention of most. He’s called the Boogieman of the division, no-one wants a bar of him.

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