The promoters of Joseph Parker turned down an offer to host a title fight against the American IBF champion due to the expense involved.

For a man with multiple world titles across five weight divisions, it just does not get more embarrassing than this.

Sports entertainment is returning to New Zealand for the first time in five years with a live show in Auckland.

Joseph Parker has been ranked by the World Boxing Organisation as the No 1 contender in the heavyweight division.

Joseph Parker's handlers are working overtime to get their New Zealand heavyweight into a position where he is the mandatory contender for a world title.

There was no fairy tale finish for American Jason Bergman last night, but he proved a durable opponent for Kiwi heavyweight Joseph Parker.

Live blog of tonight's heavyweight boxing bout between Joseph Parker and Jason Bergman in Samoa.

Samoa's police are having a busy time directing traffic as supporters flock to the undercard of Joseph Parker's heavyweight clash.

Parker's promoters Duco Events acknowledge taking their heavyweight fighter to Samoa for tonight's bout was a financial risk.

Joseph Parker has handled the week of his first fight in Samoa with aplomb, but that shouldn't be surprising.

There is more to Joseph Parker's next opponent than meets the eye and he could prove to be a serious contender on the night.

Joseph Parker's luxurious Apia base could all serve to send him into holiday mode, but the make-shift ring set up in the hotel's reception is a reminder of what he is here for.

It's been a while but suddenly boxing's heavyweight division is looking interesting again.

The wisdom of Joseph Parker's handlers arranging a fight against American southpaw Jason Bergman in Apia on Saturday has quickly become evident.

Mark de Mori vowed to spoil David Haye's comeback party in London but it proved to be a chastening experience for the Perth heavyweight.

Joseph Parker and his team are vowing to embrace the chaotic welcome they are likely to receive in Samoa.

Joseph Parker has worn more punches than in any other training camp as he prepares to face Jason Bergman.

WATCH: A video of the Kiwi boxer training at speed with his coach has inspired awe on social media.

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