Fabio Wardley’s remarkable journey from the Recruitment Office to Tyson Fury and Ngannou's Undercard

From White Collar Brawler to Boxing Sensation

Fabio Wardley, once a white collar pub brawler in Ipswich, has gone from working in a recruitment office to fighting on the undercard of the Tyson Fury vs Ngannou showdown in Saudi Arabia. Wardley, now an undefeated pro heavyweight, reflects on his incredible journey.

The Rise of a Suffolk Puncher

Eight years ago, Wardley was playing football on the weekends and doing unlicensed fights just for fun. But now, he finds himself defending his British heavyweight title against David Adeleye on the undercard of the highly anticipated Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou fight in Riyadh. With the legendary Mike Tyson in Ngannou's corner, Wardley's journey is nothing short of extraordinary.

Not Far from a World Title Shot

Mentored by Dillian Whyte, Wardley is inching closer to a world title shot. Starting from small-hall shows, Wardley sold tickets and fought in obscure locations. He initially envisioned having one big fight to end his career, but now he has surpassed that goal and finds himself in the thick of the boxing world.

A Funny Old World

Reflecting on his journey, Wardley humorously states, "I always say I feel like I’ve gone from one side of the TV to the other. I’ve gone from being someone sat there watching it to the one in the main event. It’s a funny old world."

From Sparring Sessions to Boxing Stardom

Just a couple of years ago, Wardley's best boxing credentials were sparring sessions with Whyte and Oleksandr Usyk. Now, he boasts an impressive 16-0 record as a professional and holds the Lonsdale belt. If he defeats Adeleye, Wardley could be next in line for a world title shot.

The Wide Open Division

Looking ahead, Wardley believes that the heavyweight division will be wide open in a couple of years. As the big names near the end of their careers, Wardley sees an opportunity for himself and other rising stars to make their mark. He confidently asserts, "Especially in British boxing, I’m at the forefront and I’m the next one."

Dreaming of Big-Time Boxing in Ipswich

As Ipswich Town's football team flourishes in the Championship and local legend Ed Sheeran becomes a superstar, Wardley dreams of bringing big-time boxing to Ipswich's Portman Road stadium. With the right fight, the right profile, and a growing fan base, Wardley believes that this dream can become a reality.

As Wardley prepares for his fight against David Adeleye, he hopes that this milestone in his career can bring him closer to Ed Sheeran. Wardley admits to being a fan of the singer's music and looks forward to potentially crossing paths with him at the games.

From recruitment office to the Tyson Fury vs Ngannou undercard, Fabio Wardley's journey is a testament to his determination and talent. With each fight, he gets closer to his ultimate goal of a world title shot. Only time will tell what the future holds for this rising boxing star.