In a thrilling match that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Anthony Joshua emerged victorious against Francis Ngannou with a stunning knockout in the second round. Joshua, who had previously suffered back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk, displayed his dominance by knocking Ngannou down in the first round before delivering the decisive blow at 2:38 of the second round.
Ngannou, a former UFC champion, was left reeling after the knockout and required oxygen as he remained on the canvas for over a minute. Despite the setback, Joshua commended Ngannou’s resilience and expressed his admiration for the former champion’s battle with Tyson Fury, hinting at a potential future showdown between them.
The event, which took place in Saudi Arabia, attracted a star-studded audience that included boxing legends Manny Pacquiao and Tyson Fury. In addition to Joshua’s headline-grabbing victory, the fight card also featured impressive wins by Joseph Parker, Rey Vargas, and Israil Madrimov.
One surprising moment of the night was when rapper Drake placed a sizable bet on Ngannou to win the bout, only to witness Joshua’s triumph firsthand. The fight was available for streaming on DAZN for a fee of $39.99, offering fans around the world the chance to witness the action-packed event live.
Despite the financial incentives and celebrity endorsements surrounding the fight, it was ultimately Joshua’s skill and determination that stole the show, proving once again why he is considered one of the top contenders in the heavyweight division. As Ngannou regroups and plans his next move, all eyes are now on Joshua as he looks ahead to his next challenge in the ring.
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