Anthony Joshua swiftly concluded the bout in Saudi Arabia with a knockout victory over former MMA world champion Francis Ngannou.
Ngannou graciously commended Anthony Joshua after succumbing to a devastating second-round knockout by the British boxer, acknowledging that he didn’t even register the final punch.
Joshua showcased his heavyweight prowess with a commanding win in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, reclaiming his stature as one of the top heavyweights globally following a challenging period since losing his world titles to Oleksandr Usyk.
In October, Ngannou stunned Tyson Fury in the same city, knocking him down and ultimately losing via a controversial split decision. This marked Ngannou’s debut in professional boxing after transitioning from MMA, prompting speculation among pundits about Joshua’s ability to handle his agility and strength.
However, Joshua demonstrated his superiority with a dominant performance and a ruthless conclusion.
Reflecting on the final blow, Ngannou remarked, “That was a clean one… I didn’t feel the punch. That’s what the knockout is about. I don’t feel any pain. That’s how I know I was knocked out… It was quite special because it stopped me. It did what Tyson Fury couldn’t do. It wasn’t my day, and he’s just way better than me today. It sucks, but it’s the game, we all know that. It’s the game.”
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