The winner of the Joe Joyce vs Joseph Parker showdown could face undefeated heavyweight Frank Sanchez for the WBO world title, Cuban co-manager Mike Borao said.
England’s Joyce will look to extend their 13-0 undefeated record against former world champion Parker on July 2 at Wembley Arena, in a meeting between the WBO No 1 and No 2 contenders.
Whoever wins will be lined up for the WBO belt, which is currently held by Oleksandr Usyk, but Borao hopes the title will be stripped after the Ukrainian’s rematch with Anthony Joshua this summer. .
Joe Joyce will face Joseph Parker in July
“I really believe that Frank will eventually fight winners Joyce and Parker for the vacant WBO title,” said Borao. Sports sky.
“I don’t think Joyce or Parker are big enough names to entice the ultimate winner of Usyk vs Joshua, so Frank [ranked at No 3 by the WBO] will probably land on the winner of that war for the first world title. “
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Sanchez, who enjoyed a successful amateur career before turning pro in 2017, has set a 20-0 record with 13 knockdowns, with the last two wins being against notable opponents. Italy at Efe Ajagba and Christian Hammer.
The 29-year-old’s impressive record has also lifted him to fourth place in the WBC rankings, with the belt now going to Tyson Fury following his Wembley win over Dillian Whyte last month.
Fury has confirmed that he intends to retire after his crunch win, this would make Sanchez one of the top contenders for what could turn out to be another drum belt.
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“Fury is the ultimate salesman,” Borao added. “Who knows if Tyson will really retire?”
Either way, I don’t think the WBC will jump out and disqualify him immediately, so I think Frank’s question regarding WBC still has time to marinate.
“The WBO path is more likely in early 2023, in my view. One thing is for sure, Frank Sanchez is well positioned to fight and win the world title in 2023.”
