Dubois Stuns Joshua with Knockout Victory at Wembley

Daniel Dubois defeated Anthony Joshua with a fifth-round knockout at Wembley Stadium, shattering Joshua's dream of reclaiming the heavyweight world champion title. Dubois dominated the fight, delivering powerful blows and ending Joshua's hopes of a comeback. A record audience witnessed the thrilling bout.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 22-09-2024 04:25 IST | Created: 22-09-2024 04:25 IST
Dubois Stuns Joshua with Knockout Victory at Wembley
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Britain's Daniel Dubois crushed Anthony Joshua's aspirations of becoming a three-time heavyweight world champion with a fifth-round knockout at a packed Wembley Stadium on Saturday. Dubois retained his IBF belt, delivering a decisive blow to Joshua's career.

The 27-year-old Dubois floored Joshua in the opening round with a swift right hook, signaling the beginning of the end. Despite Joshua's attempts to recover, Dubois's relentless assault left him unable to withstand the barrage, culminating in a devastating knockout in the fifth round.

Organizers reported a British post-World War Two record crowd of 96,000 spectators, including high-profile attendees like Liam Gallagher and Oleksandr Usyk. Joshua now faces an uncertain future, with Dubois looking forward to potential rematches and new challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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