Joseph Parker believes he is potentially 18 months away from a world title shot.
The unbeaten Parker is gearing up for his 15th professional bout against Bowie Tupou in Invercargill on Saturday.
The 23-year-old's swept aside all that have stepped in the ring with him and although Tupou will be the highest ranked fighter he'll have fought, he's still a few bouts away from the big time.
"I think we're still a year-and-a-half to two years away from that chance of fighting for a world title," said Parker.
"With this fight, I believe it's the toughest opponent because of the power he presents and the punches that he throws.
"Sometimes I was open to the right hand, which he loves to throw, with my left hand always down so I've learned in this camp how to keep it up a bit more."
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Parker joined the Paul Henry Show earlier today and confidently said "I have a 100 percent belief I can be world champion one day."
Watch the video for the full interview with Joseph Parker.
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