In a stunning upset, Daniel Dubois knocked out Anthony Joshua in just five rounds, cementing his status as a rising superstar in the world of boxing. Dubois, who is just 27 years old, dropped Joshua several times during the fight, ultimately securing the biggest win of his 24-fight career with an incredible counter right hook. “I’m a gladiator. I am a warrior to the bitter end. I want to get to the top level of this sport and reach my potential,” Dubois exclaimed during the post-fight interviews.
Joshua, who was looking to become a three-time champion and return to the upper echelons of heavyweight boxing, suffered only his second loss in a career that spans over eight years. Despite the setback, Joshua hinted that he still plans to continue in the sport and has the option to trigger a rematch with Dubois. “Before I came here, I always say to myself I’m a fighter for life. You keep rolling the dice,” he stated.
Dubois came into the fight determined to prove his worth on the global stage and make a name for himself among the legends of the sport. Buoyed by an enthusiastic crowd, he dominated Joshua from the very beginning, dropping him in the first round with a devastating overhand right. Joshua never fully recovered, and Dubois took advantage of his opponent’s vulnerability, dropping him four more times before ultimately securing the knockout blow.
The fight was watched by some of the biggest names in boxing, including unified champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, who are set to contest a rematch in December. After the fight, promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed that there is a rematch clause that Joshua can trigger, but whether or not he chooses to do so remains to be seen. For Dubois, however, the future is looking bright, and he is determined to continue his climb to the top of the sport
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