Parker sent a subtle dense way Dubois (photo loan: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing)
The defense of the IBF World Cup before Joseph Parker is one of the most debated fights on the last Crescendo card this weekend.
Dubois and Parker are the two most in the form of fighters in their division and will enter the competition due to weaker profits Anthony Joshua And Zhilei Zhang respectively.
Many observers wrote “DDD” not so long ago, after it seemed that he allowed him to be counted in the battles with Joe Joyce and Oleksandre Ulysko, who saw, as he called “outflow” in social media.
The 27-year-old showed much greater determination in his last vending machines, especially against ponderous Croatia by Filip Hrgovic, who landed the tenth of neat right hands before London’s aggression.
However, in an interview with DerivativeParker explained why he thinks that Dubois “can repete back to the type” when they close the horns on Saturday evening at the Kingdom of Arena in Riyadh.
Parker has been in perfect shape lately (loan in the photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing)
“Listen, he showed that he gave up earlier. And if he becomes too demanding for him, he can return to the entry.
“He abandoned the fight of Joe Joyce, I’m not sure what problem he had with his eye. Then he came down in the utility combat.
Usyk stopped Dubois in August 2023
“These fighters were able to make him find a way out, or maybe it became too arduous for him.
“Or he showed the ability to overcome demanding times in battles. So you never know what you’ll get with Daniel.
“You know that you will get a well -prepared warrior who is the world champion and wants to remain world champion.
World Boxing News has archived the biggest boxing results from April 2026, including Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder, Conor Benn, Tenshin Nasukawa, Alycia Baumgardner, Ben Whittaker, Jarrell Miller and Skye Nicolson.
The month featured major action in the heavyweight division, title fights in multiple divisions, and several notable performances from emerging contenders and established world champions.
Below is the complete archive of WBN’s April 2026 boxing results, including links to fight reports, scorecards and live coverage where available.
April 29
Skye Nicolson defeated Mariah Turner UD
April 25
Jarrell Miller defeated Lenier Pero UD | Report and results
April 18
Ben Whittaker defeated Brian Sanchez KO1 | Scorecard and results
April 17
Alicja Baumgardner defeated Bo Mi Re Shin UD | Report and results
Lani Daniels defeated Shadasia Green TKO9 | Report
Dave Allen returned to winning ways on Saturday night, going the full distance in less than six weeks after a controversial stoppage defeat to Filip Hrgovic.
The popular heavyweight outpointed Ross McGuigan over four rounds in Rotherham, improving his record to 26-9-2.
Allen featured just 36 days after his defeat to Hrgovic at Doncaster. This fight sparked debate when his corner threw in the towel after three rounds.
The quick comeback only deepened that debate, with Allen previously noting that he was never knocked down despite sharing the ring with some of boxing’s greatest hitters.
Against McGuigan, Allen managed to gain valuable runs under his belt and shake off the disappointment of defeat to Hrgovic without suffering significant penalties.
McGuigan, from Peckham, London, lost ten times in eighteen fights before Allen’s tally was eleven. The 40-year-old was stopped by the debutant in his previous appearance in May.
The four-round contest was a modest return for the “White Rhino,” but one that allowed him to stay lively ahead of his next scheduled appearance on July 25.
The trip also served as a reminder that Allen has no intention of remaining passive despite the setback, with another fight already on the calendar this summer.
After Hrgovic’s defeat, Saturday’s victory gave him a chance to rebuild the momentum and gain some rounds before taking on the next challenge.
Allen’s next fight is expected to be another stepping stone before he pursues greater opportunities later in the year.
About the author
Phil Jay is the editor-in-chief of World Boxing News (WBN) and a boxing veteran with over 15 years of experience. Since 2010, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives and reported on ring performances. Read the full biography.
On Saturday night, Joshua Edwards continued his undefeated career in the heavyweight rankings, scoring another knockout at the Oscar Collazo in California.
The undefeated Houston prospect improved to 7-0 with six knockouts after defeating Garreth Payton in the second round of a scheduled eight-round fight.
Edwards ended the fight in 1:06 with a crushing right hand that left no doubt about the result.
On the DAZN broadcast, undefeated Uzbek Olympian Ruslan Abdullaev won the WBA Continental Gold super-lightweight title with a fifth-round knockout of Orestes Velazquez, while Yair Gallardo improved to 12-0 with a unanimous decision victory over Buneet Bisla to claim the vacant NABO and WBC FECARBOX delicate heavyweight titles.
Brandon Colantonio Back to winning ways
Hours later, Colantonio also found success, defeating Zach Contos in eight rounds in Victoria, British Columbia, improving to 8-2 and winning the World Boxing Foundation International heavyweight title.
The pair last met on February 21 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, where Edwards earned a unanimous decision in a hard-fought six-round fight that raised the profile of both fighters.
In an interview with World Boxing News after defeating Contos, Colantonio thanked those who supported his career.
“I just want to thank everyone who has supported me along my journey and I will continue my pursuit of a world title,” Colantonio told WBN.
The results mean both men emerged from Saturday night with victories, adding another chapter to a rivalry that helped introduce them to a wider audience earlier this year.
Both Edwards and Colantonio have spoken to WBN about the fight since it made headlines for the Ryan Garcia vs. Mario Barrios fight.
Four months after crossing paths in Las Vegas, both heavyweights left on Saturday night with fresh enthusiasm as they enter the second half of 2026.
About the author
Phil Jay is the editor-in-chief of World Boxing News (WBN) and a boxing veteran with over 15 years of experience. Since 2010, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives and reported on ring performances. Read the full biography.
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