The highly anticipated boxing match between former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois took place yesterday, with Dubois claiming a stunning knockout victory!

‍

At just 27 years old, Dubois entered the ring as the underdog but quickly proved he was not to be underestimated. In the first round, he delivered a series of fast, punishing blows that left AJ wobbly and with little time to recover. Dubois then floored Joshua at the end of the third round and twice more in the fourth, showcasing his raw power and intent.

Fighting on home turf at Wembley Stadium in front of 96,000 fans, Dubois had his father cheering him on throughout the career-defining performance. Unfortunately for AJ, the home advantage wasn’t enough, as Dubois systematically broke him down. Dubois, who boasts an impressive 95% knockout-to-win percentage, maintained his IBF heavyweight title with this resounding win.

For Joshua, now 34, the defeat raises serious questions about his future in the sport. Many fans speculated whether this crushing blow would spell the end of his bid to become a three-time heavyweight world champion. Social media was flooded with comments questioning if AJ’s best days were behind him, particularly after being knocked down in such dramatic fashion.

However, AJ was quick to dismiss talks of retirement. In a post-fight statement, he acknowledged falling "short" but confidently stated: "I always say to myself, I'm a fighter for life. You keep rolling the dice."

Despite Dubois dominating the fight, Joshua showed a brief glimmer of hope in the fifth round. After landing a solid punch that appeared to stagger Dubois, AJ threw everything he had behind a flurry of blows. However, Dubois quickly regained control with a powerful right hook, ending Joshua’s resurgence—and the fight.

Dubois’ relentless performance and knockout power have propelled him to new heights in the boxing world. After his well-earned victory, the young fighter, brimming with confidence, addressed the crowd: “Are you not entertained?" before declaring, "I'm a gladiator, you know?"

While there are currently no confirmed plans for a rematch, boxing fans would undoubtedly love to see Dubois and Joshua share the ring again.