Joseph Parker today warned IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois that he is making a mistake looking to their February 22 fight for the big fight.

Awkward exchange

Dubois and Parker seem uncomfortable with trash-talking today because it's neither their style nor their quick wit. You could see the wheels turning as they tried to think of things to say in response to the comments. It was painful to watch.

These two could use one Hidden earpieces to feed their line at such timesAs US politicians do during debates.

Challengers Parker (35-3, 23 KOs) and Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) met today for press conferences ahead of their fight next month on the Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol 2 card in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Parker pointed to the 27-year-old Dubois, jumping into the ring after the Dec. 21 rematch between unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, looking straight ahead and calling out Alexander menacingly.

Don't underestimate

Joseph Parker: “You might be getting too far for another big fight. You've got a big fight ahead of you right now,” Joseph Parker told IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois today. press conference.

Daniel Dubois: “I have my mind firmly set on you.”

Parker: “That's better.”

Dubois: “I would be too much for him. Too high, too strong and too fast. Whatever he does, I'm going to do better. I'm confident I don't have to say too much and don't talk too much. Let the fans tune in. It's going to be a great fight.”

Parker: “I've been boxing for a while now, but I think I've got everything right now. You're in for a treat.”

Dubois: “I'll teach you a few things there. Since you're just starting out, I'll teach you a few lessons along with some new skills.”

Parker: “I've been waiting for it. Bring it on.”

Dubois: “He was always like that, a nice guy. But once the bell rings, we're going to try to take each other's heads off.”

Parker: “I like that he's full of confidence. He's skyrocketing at the moment, but it all comes to a screeching halt on February 22nd. Let's go.”

Dubois: “Nah,” Daniel said when asked if he had a final message for Parker.