Daniel Dubois Clinches IBF Heavyweight Title with Stunning Victory Over Anthony Joshua
In a thrilling showdown at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, September 21, 2024, British boxer Daniel Dubois delivered a dominant performance to defeat his compatriot Anthony Joshua in the fifth round of the IBF heavyweight bout. The match, witnessed by a record-breaking crowd of 96,000 fans, saw Dubois knock out the two-time world champion three times to claim the prestigious title.
Dubois set the tone early, flooring Joshua with a powerful right hand just minutes before the end of the first round. Despite his efforts, Joshua struggled to regain his footing and wobbled through the subsequent rounds.
The second round was entirely in Dubois’s favor as he relentlessly pressured Joshua, who barely managed to withstand the onslaught. In the third round, Dubois’s left jab sent Joshua teetering, and a follow-up attack saw Joshua hit the canvas once more.
Although Joshua appeared to gain some momentum in the fifth round, Dubois sealed his victory with a spectacular right hook, catching Joshua off guard and securing a knockout. This remarkable win not only earned Dubois the IBF heavyweight title but also solidified his status as a rising star in the boxing world.