Joseph Parker

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1. When was Joseph Parker born?January 9, 1992
2. Where was Joseph Parker born?New Zealand
3. What was Joseph Parker's job?July 2012
4. What is the world title held?WBO heavyweight title (December 2016 - March 2018)
5. What is the amateur representation?New Zealand at the 2010 Commonwealth Games (super-heavyweight)
6. Who is Joseph Parker?Joseph Parker is a boxer from New Zealand who became a world champion. He is known for his strong punches and big heart.

WBO Heavyweight Title: The championship belt awarded by the World Boxing Organization to the top fighter in the heavyweight division.
Super-heavyweight Division: The heaviest weight category in boxing, typically for boxers weighing over 100 kg (220 lbs).
Pacific Islands: A vast region in the Pacific Ocean comprising Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia.