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Martin Bakole began the downfall of an Olympic gold medalist’s career after handing him his first upset defeat

Despite his recent loss to Joseph Parker, Martin Bakole gained a reputation as a heavyweight boogeyman for a reason, a reason that began back in 2022. Martin Bakole is now 21-2 in his professional career after losing in his latest fight to Joseph Parker.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 8

Martin Bakole Is A Slob For Showing Up Weighing 320 LBS, Says Tony Bellew

Joseph Parker ended Martin Bakole's fairy-tale belt bid with humiliating knockout in second round last weekend. Martin Bakole (21-2, 16 KO) stood in for Daniel Dubois suddenly, though Joseph Parker dispatched him in two rounds.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 26

Martin Bakole Dealt Further Blow Following Joseph Parker Defeat

On February 22, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Joseph Parker (36-3, 24 KOs) continued his brilliant form, stopping late replacement Martin Bakole (21-2, 16 KOs) in the second round of their heavyweight clash.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 26

Martin Bakole hit with crushing news after KO loss to Joseph Parker

Things have gone from bad to worse for Martin Bakole, with the fighter’s future hitting an enormous stumbling block. In a bizarre turn of events, after Daniel Dubois pulled out of his world title defense against Joseph Parker, the warrior, previously considered to be ‘The Boogeyman’ of the division, agreed to step up to the place.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 24

Joe Parker Hailed as World’s Best Heavyweight – Trainer Calls for Title Shot

On February 22, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Joseph Parker (36-3, 24 KOs) impressed once again, stopping late replacement Martin Bakole (21-2, 16 KOs) in the second round of their heavyweight clash to retain the WBO interim title.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 24

Joseph Parker’s trainer makes surprise ‘step aside’ admission despite KO win over Martin Bakole

Joseph Parker dispatched Martin Bakole in just two rounds after Bakole stepped in late for Daniel Dubois. Joseph Parker moved to 36-3 on Saturday night after he stopped heavyweight boogeyman Martin Bakole in the opening rounds of their co-main event fight.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 23

“Put me in” – Martin Bakole fires back at promoter who says he is not a boogeyman

Martin Bakole stepped in for Daniel Dubois to face Joseph Parker last minute, though the fight didn’t go his way, Bakole insists he is still a force to be reckoned with.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 23

Joseph Parker reveals the gift former opponent gave him after KO win over Martin Bakole

Joseph Parker stopped the feared Martin Bakole in just two rounds after his original opponent, Daniel Dubois, withdrew due to illness. The Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol 2 card was shrouded in drama after co-main event fighter, Daniel Dubois, withdrew only two days before the event.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 23

Joseph Parker made light work of Martin Bakole in Riyadh, what comes next is uncertain

Joseph Parker knocked out latecomer Martin Bakole in an impressive performance, but he might still miss out on a world title fight next.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 23

Parker Ends Bakole In Two; What’s Next?

Joseph Parker knocked out his late replacement, Martin Bakole, in the second round to become the WBO Interim Heavyweight Champion. Parker was initially meant to fight Daniel Dubois in an IBF Heavyweight Title clash.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 23

Joseph Parker Dominates Martin Bakole with Stunning KO on February 22

On February 22, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the latest loaded Riyadh Season event took place. On this historic card, we saw Joseph Parker (36-3, 24 KOs) face the late replacement Martin Bakole (21-2, 16 KOs) for the WBO world interim heavyweight title.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 22

Martin Bakole joins Butterbean and 7ft giant as one of the heaviest boxers of all time

Martin Bakole has weighed in after replacing Daniel Dubois on just two days’ notice to face Joseph Parker. Martin Bakole has arrived in Saudi Arabia less than 24 hours before he is set to face Joseph Parker for his WBO interim title.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 22

‘He’s One Dangerous Man’: Joseph Parker Discusses Martin Bakole Challenge

On February 22, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs) will face late replacement Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs) following the withdrawal of Daniel Dubois due to illness.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 22

Joseph Parker Vs. Martin Bakole Predictions – ‘He’s Going To Knock Him Out’

Joseph Parker takes on Martin Bakole in a WBO Interim Heavyweight Championship clash today, as boxing insiders gave their predictions. Parker had to contend with a last minute replacement after Daniel Dubois pulled out of their IBF Heavyweight Title clash last minute due to medical grounds.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 22

Bellew Breaks Down Parker Vs. Bakole – ‘He Should Have Too Much’

Tony Bellew has given his take on the Joseph Parker vs. Martin Bakole fight. Parker was initially set to face Daniel Dubois in an IBF Heavyweight Title match-up.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 21

Parker at career-heaviest weight for Bakole bout

Joseph Parker weighed in at a career-heaviest 267 pounds on Friday night while his new opponent Martin Bakole was still on his way to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 21

Joseph Parker vs Martin Bakole: Tony Bellew Weighs In

Following the drama of February 20 in Riyadh which saw Daniel Dubois unable to move forward with his scheduled IBF world title defence against Joseph Parker (35-3, 23 KOs).

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 21

Legendary trainer sends warning to Joseph Parker ahead of Martin Bakole showdown

Joseph Parker will welcome a new challenge following the withdrawal of Daniel Dubois from their February 22nd clash. Although fans believe Parker is taking a huge risk, the New Zealander seemingly had no hesitation in accepting a fight with Martin Bakole.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / February 21

Martin Bakole was stopped by rival 43lb lighter in sole career loss

Martin Bakole will step in on just two days notice to face Joseph Parker on February 22nd. The Congolese fighter will aim to pull off an unlikely win as he has acted as a short-noticed replacement for Daniel Dubois.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 21

Parker vs. Bakole Set After Dubois Pulls Out; Is It Too Risky?

Joseph Parker will take on Martin Bakole after Daniel Dubois pulled out of their fight because of medical grounds. It was the second time that a fighter

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / January 29

‘Enforce That Mandatory Immediately’: Feared Heavyweight Targets Winner of Dubois vs. Parker

Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs) is one of the most feared fighters on the planet, who was last seen destroying America’s great heavyweight hope, Jared Anderson.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 10

Zhilei Zhang & His Team Deny Claims That Martin Bakole Fight Was Turned Down

The heavyweight division brings excitement to boxing, mainly when they deliver big knockouts or stoppages. This is the case for 32-year-old Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs), who shocked the world when he stopped the young, up-and-coming contender Jared Anderson (17-1, 15 KOs) in August.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / August 3

Martin Bakole Destroys Jared Anderson With A 5th Round Knockout

Martin Bakole (21-1, 16 KOs) sent shock waves across the boxing world as he brutally stopped Jared Anderson (17-1, 15 KOs) in the fifth round of their fight.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 31

Martin Bakole vs Jared ‘The Real Big Baby’ Anderson: Who Wins?

Turki Alalshikh’s Riyadh Season hits Los Angeles this Saturday with Terence Crawford attempting to become a four-weight world champion against WBA super welterweight title holder Israil Madrimov.