"A few fights in October will provide an opportunity for some fighters to establish themselves as a force in their respective divisions, ranging from heavyweight to junior lightweight. WBO heavyweight interim champion Joseph Parker cannot afford to lose against Fabio Wardley if he wants to remain in pole position for a shot at undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk in 2026. O'Shaquie Foster and Sebastian Fundora can strengthen their reputations at junior lightweight"
"His only defeat came by stoppage to Naoya Inoue in July 2023 at junior featherweight, and since then he has outpointed Carlos Castro in September 2024 and Brandon Figueroa in February. Fulton (23-1, 8 KOs) impressively outworked Figueroa in their rematch, outlanding him in total punches (214-153), jabs (32-29) and power punches (182-114). It is a strategy he will look to adopt against Foster. But can he have the same success against the clever movement and skills of Foster?"
Several key October fights will determine which fighters advance to contender status across multiple divisions. WBO interim heavyweight champion Joseph Parker must beat Fabio Wardley to stay on track for a 2026 shot at undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk. O'Shaquie Foster challenges Stephen Fulton at junior lightweight, where Fulton seeks a three-weight title and brings momentum from wins over Carlos Castro and Brandon Figueroa. Foster regained the WBC junior lightweight title and will use size and reach advantages. Sebastian Fundora, Jaron \"Boots\" Ennis and Jesus Ramos Jr.'s move to middleweight also present opportunities to solidify standing.
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