I think Parker is the easiest 'credible' opponent for AJ. I think he is truly dreadful but is well ranked and unbeaten. I wasn't impressed with AJ last time out but I'm guessing the fight was too personal for him to actually execute a proper gameplan, especially after getting tagged early doors.

I just felt his rhythm looked easy to read because he basically didn't show any angles nor did he vary his attacks. He needed more control.

He needs to go look comfortable in deeper waters before i am convinced he is ready for the top. If he fights an eliminator now, he could get there before he's at his peak.