Boxing News of Saturday, 21 September 2024
Source: BBC
Daniel Dubois shocked the boxing world by knocking out Anthony Joshua in the fifth round at Wembley, in front of 96,000 fans.
Dubois, 27, dropped the 34-year-old Joshua multiple times, securing the biggest win of his career and retaining the IBF heavyweight title.
Joshua’s hopes of becoming a three-time champion were shattered, though he hinted at a possible rematch.
Dubois, ecstatic after the victory, declared it his redemption story.
With heavyweight giants Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk watching ringside, Dubois’ victory marked a new chapter in the division.