In a stunning turn of events, legendary boxing promoter Frank Warren has issued a stern warning to American heavyweight Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller, urging him to reconsider his upcoming fight against British star Fabio Wardley, scheduled for June 7 at Portman Road Stadium in Ipswich, England. The unexpected statement comes just days after a chaotic press conference between the two fighters, which saw Miller slap Wardley and ignite a firestorm of controversy in the boxing world.

The bout, set to contest the WBA interim heavyweight title, was already shaping up to be one of the most heated matchups of the year. Wardley, an unbeaten hometown hero with a record of 18-0-1 (17 KOs), is coming off a first-round knockout of Frazer Clarke in their October 2024 rematch, while Miller, 26-1-2 (22 KOs), is looking to reclaim his standing in the division after a draw against Andy Ruiz Jr in his last outing. However, tensions between the two reached a boiling point during their April 7 press conference, where Miller, wearing a Norwich City shirt to taunt lifelong Ipswich Town fan Wardley, accused the Brit of making a diss track about him—a claim Wardley vehemently denied. The confrontation escalated when Miller slapped Wardley, forcing security to intervene and prompting widespread criticism of Miller’s behavior.

Now, Frank Warren, the Queensberry Promotions boss who represents Wardley, has had enough. In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports earlier today, Warren warned Miller to back off or face severe consequences. “Jarrell needs to think very carefully about stepping into the ring with Fabio,” Warren said. “I’ve seen what Fabio can do—he’s a wrecking ball, and he’s fighting in his hometown with 30,000 fans behind him. If Jarrell keeps up this nonsense, he’s going to get hurt, badly. I’m telling him now: don’t fight Fabio unless you’re ready to face the consequences.” Warren’s comments mark a dramatic shift from his earlier stance, where he had defended Miller’s inclusion in the fight despite the American’s history of PED offenses, stating that Miller “deserved” the opportunity after serving his suspensions.

The boxing community is buzzing with reactions to Warren’s warning. Some experts believe Warren is trying to protect his fighter by intimidating Miller, while others see it as a sign that Warren genuinely fears for Miller’s safety against a motivated Wardley. Former heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis weighed in on X, writing, “Frank Warren doesn’t mess around. If he’s warning Miller like this, he knows something we don’t. Fabio might just crush him.” Meanwhile, fans are divided, with one user posting, “Miller’s a clown for that slap—he deserves whatever Fabio gives him,” while another countered, “Warren’s just scared Miller will upset his golden boy. This fight is happening, and it’s going to be a war!”

Miller, however, appears unfazed by Warren’s warning. In a fiery response on Instagram Live, the American heavyweight doubled down on his trash talk. “Frank Warren can say whatever he wants—I’m coming to Ipswich to knock Fabio out, and there’s nothing he can do about it!” Miller bellowed, adding, “I’ll slap him again if he keeps running his mouth!” Miller’s defiance has only added fuel to the fire, with ticket sales for the June 7 event skyrocketing as fans anticipate an explosive showdown.

Wardley, for his part, has remained calm amidst the chaos. Speaking to The Ring after Warren’s warning, the 30-year-old Brit expressed confidence in his preparation. “I picked Jarrell for a reason—I want to teach him a lesson,” Wardley said. “He can talk all he wants, but when we get in that ring, it’s going to be a different story. I’m ready to make my hometown proud.” Wardley’s determination, backed by Warren’s protective stance, has set the stage for what could be one of the most dramatic heavyweight clashes of 2025.

As the countdown to June 7 continues, the question remains: will Jarrell Miller heed Frank Warren’s warning and step back, or will he push forward and risk a devastating defeat at the hands of Fabio Wardley? The boxing world is on edge, waiting to see how this saga unfolds. What do you think—should Miller listen to Warren, or is he right to stand his ground? Share your thoughts in the comments below!