Dubois knocks out Joshua to retain IBF Heavyweight Belt

Daniel Dubois has just knocked out Anthony Joshua in brutal fashion to retain his International Boxing Federation (IBF) Heavyweight Belt.

Dubois stopped Joshua in the fifth round, having earlier dropped AJ in the first and second rounds.

Dubois’s aggressive approach from the opening bell set the tone for the fight, with Joshua struggling to mount a significant offense.

A looping right hand in the first round sent Joshua stumbling, and the champion continued to dictate the pace throughout.

Joshua was beaten to stupor

The third round saw a contentious moment when the referee initially missed Joshua’s gloves touching the canvas, but ultimately ruled a knockdown.

Dubois’s relentless pressure continued, culminating in a devastating knockout in the fifth round.

This victory marks a significant statement for Dubois, who had been seeking to legitimize himself as a top heavyweight contender.

Following a loss to Oleksandr Usyk in 2023, Dubois has rebounded with impressive wins over Jarell Miller, Filip Hrgovic, and now Joshua.

“I need to retain it and hold on to it. I need to legitimize myself by winning this fight,” Dubois said pre-fight. “It’s a resurrection story of my career. I just want the biggest challenges and make a name for myself and create history.”

With this win, Dubois solidifies his position among the elite heavyweights, setting up potential matchups against Usyk and Tyson Fury.

The highly anticipated Usyk-Fury bout in December will undoubtedly draw Dubois’s attention.

*Post-Fight Reaction:

– “I’m over the moon. I’ve worked so hard for this,” Dubois said.
– “Daniel was the better man tonight. I’ll come back stronger,” Joshua acknowledged.

*What’s Next:

– Dubois likely to face winner of Usyk-Fury in December

– Joshua said post-fight that he will reassess his career trajectory but will not quit fighting.

Stay tuned to Diaspora Digital Media for more updates and analysis on this thrilling heavyweight matchup.

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