Joshua Buatsi kicks off new chapter with all-British showdown

Joshua Buatsi kicks off a new chapter in his career with his first fight under the Queensberry banner.

Taking place on November 1, Buatsi will face fellow countryman Zach Parker live on DAZN in a fight which carries huge consequences. 

Buatsi suffered his first professional loss in February when he was beaten by Callum Smith in an entertaining bout, while Parker is enjoying a four-fight win streak. 

A win for either man would see them re-assert themselves into an exciting domestic light heavyweight scene. 

DAZN Expert Opinion: Careers at stake for Buatsi and Parker

Joshua Buatsi's time in professional boxing has been a frustrating one. 

After turning professional in 2017, there was plenty of excitement, but that has since tapered due to his restrained character both inside and outside of the ring. His clash with Callum Smith in February could have been a breakout moment, but Smith was too spiteful in Riyadh. 

Parker finds himself in a similar position. He was once someone who was being touted as future foe for Canelo Alvarez, but a loss to John Ryder and a broken right hand derailed this dream three years ago.

Since then Parker has put together four successive wins, albeit against lesser known names and will be eager to take advantage of a recovering Buatsi.

The task is very simple for Buatsi and Parker. Win and they will find themselves back challenging major names, lose and the boxing wilderness beckons. 

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