Joseph Parker: Net Worth, Career Earnings, and Boxing Record Explained

Joseph Parker's Net Worth

Joseph Parker, the top New Zealand heavyweight boxer, has an estimated net worth of over $5 million (£3.9 million). His career in the boxing ring has contributed significantly to his wealth. Additionally, Parker's career earnings are believed to be more than $20 million. Notably, he earned $13.1 million for his world title fight against Anthony Joshua in 2018, even though he did not emerge victorious. His 2018 bout against Dillian Whyte earned him around £1 million, comparatively less than the Joshua fight. Furthermore, reports indicate that Parker took home £2.5 million from his 2021 fight with Derek Chisora. Although unconfirmed, estimates suggest that Parker's purse for his highly anticipated fight against Deontay Wilder in Saudi Arabia on the Anthony Joshua vs. Otto Wallin undercard could be around $2-3 million.

Joseph Parker's Boxing Record

Joseph Parker's heavyweight boxing record currently stands at 33-3-0. He made his debut in 2012 against Dean Garmonsway, winning by TKO. Parker experienced losses against Dillian Whyte and Anthony Joshua in 2018, both by unanimous decision. In 2022, he suffered another loss in a fight with Joe Joyce, by KO. Parker's impressive career includes winning a silver medal at the Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games and placing 5th at the Delhi 2010 Commonwealth Games. He has received numerous accolades throughout his career, such as the New Zealand Pacific Island Sports Emerging Talent Award in 2011, the Order of Merit of Samoa in 2016, and the 2017 Counties Manukau Sporting Excellence Sportsman of the Year.

Tyson Fury's Advice for Joseph Parker

Ahead of his fight against Deontay Wilder on Saturday, 23 December 2023, Joseph Parker has received advice from his close friend Tyson Fury. Fury, who has defeated Wilder twice and drawn once, advised Parker to avoid getting hit by Wilder's powerful right hand. He said, "Don't get hit in the face with one of them big KO right hands. You'll be alright. Avoid the right hand! That's my tip for Parker. What more else can you say? Don't get hit by the right hand and you'll win the fight."

In the main event of the evening, Anthony Joshua, who is aiming for his third consecutive win after losses to Oleksandr Usyk, will face Swedish boxer Otto Wallin. Wallin famously left Tyson Fury needing 47 stitches after their encounter. The Wilder vs. Parker fight will be broadcast live on DAZN pay-per-view.