New Zealander - Athlete | January 9, 1992 -
We have a great set-up in Las Vegas. I love being in Vegas; all our camps will be in Vegas. We are just going to spend more time in the U.K. in terms of fighting. But New Zealand will still be home for me.
Joseph Parker
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At the beginning of my career, I can honestly say there were a few things I was doing wrong, and I was wondering why I was going a little bit off track.
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I realise now that a lot of the things I was doing weren't helping me to get to the goal I want to achieve - to become the champion of the world.
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A lot of people might say, 'He must be seeing this person because he has problems,' but actually, the truth is it's a strength to realise you're doing things wrong... and it's a strength to get help.
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Everyone doubted I could go 10 rounds because my fights have stopped early. But I knew I could because of the work I'd done in the gym.
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When you're in the ring, you're ready to do your thing, but in a relaxed state.
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People ask for autographs, and I wonder why before realising, 'Oh, that's right, I'm doing well in boxing.'
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When I was growing up, I always wanted to do well in boxing. I wanted to look after my parents, and I wanted to look after myself.
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Things happen. You just have to accept it and move on. I get that from my dad. He's a real chilled character.
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There's nothing like getting in the ring.
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It's good that people are underestimating me. I'm the guy from Down Under, and I'm going to show them what's up.
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It's the one you don't expect that knocks you out.
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