Daniel Dubois, in front of 96,000 spectators at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, spectacularly destroyed fellow Brit Anthony Joshua in five rounds to launch himself into international sporting prominence.
The 27-year-old destroyed his domestic rival’s career by dropping Joshua several times to hold the IBF heavyweight belt.
Londoner Dubois earned the greatest victory of his 24-fight career by stopping Joshua, 34, with an amazing counterright hook.
“Are you not entertained?” Dubois said post-fight to huge cheers at Wembley.
“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.”
Joshua’s attempt to win the title three times and retake the top spot in the division came to an abrupt and shocking halt.
In his 32nd fight, AJ—who captured his first world title over eight years ago—lost four times.
The 2012 Olympic gold medallist forced his way back into the obligatory challenger category, but Joshua’s future plans were severely clouded by Dubois’ decisive victory.
As Oleksandr Usyk relinquished the title, Dubois, who had been promoted to world champion, relished the moment of glory that had escaped him.Joshua’s attempt to win the title three times and retake the top spot in the division came to an abrupt and shocking halt.
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher hyped up a lively crowd for a boxing match against Joshua. Despite being champion, Joshua went against tradition and entered the ring to a medley of the Godfather theme and Rocky IV. Dubois, who had only four of their 49 combined wins, knocked down Joshua in the first round. Joshua struggled in the second round, but Dubois continued to assault him. Joshua was dropped twice in the third round, but the fight continued. Joshua landed a clean punch in the fifth round, but Dubois’ counter right-hand sent him down for the final time.
