Frank Warren was impressed with what he saw from Canelo Alvarez last weekend. The Hall of Fame promoter witnessed the Mexican icon make history as he unified all four belts at 12st by defeating Caleb Plant via 11th round stoppage.
Since the result, speculation has intensified on what Canelo’s 2022 will look like and Zach Parker is very much in the frame. Ranked high by the WBO, Parker emphasised just how much he’s outgrown domestic level with a resounding stoppage over Marcus Morrison. Warren was delighted with how good his fighter looked.
“Zach is the new star of the division, no doubt about it, plus he is in a handy position for when it comes to taking the next big step,” said Warren when speaking to Boxingscene. “He holds the No.1 spot with the WBO and we will keep our man busy. Trust me, two or three good fights will surely narrow the odds on him making a successful tilt for world honours.
“Watching Canelo again in the early hours of Sunday morning, I have to admit that I was mightily impressed. I don’t think there’s a promoter on this earth who would say with complete confidence their man could beat Alvarez on his current form, but Zach Parker has time on his side and will be ready and waiting should the chance arise.”