Dubois knocks out Joshua in epic clash to retain world title

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Nigeria-born British boxer, Anthony Joshua has been knocked out by Daniel Dubois in an epic IBF heavyweight title fight on Saturday night.

The all-Briton match played in front of 96,000 fans at Wembley Stadium saw Dubois retain the IBF world title.

The 27-year-old dropped Joshua multiple times and stopped Joshua, 34, with an incredible counter right hook to secure the biggest win of his 24-fight career.

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“Are you not entertained?” Dubois shouted post-fight, to huge cheers in the packed-out stadium.

“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 bid to become a three-time champion and return to the division’s top table ended in the most dramatic and unexpected fashion.

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