Anthony Joshua emerged victorious on Saturday night as he secured a resounding knockout victory over his opponent, Robert Helenius, at the O2 Arena in London.
The much-anticipated heavyweight boxing bout had fans on the edge of their seats as Joshua, the former heavyweight champion, delivered a stunning performance.
The climactic moment arrived in the seventh round when Joshua unleashed a brutal punch that left his opponent from Finland, Robert Helenius, sprawled on the canvas, requiring medical attention and a brief moment of recovery.
This victory marks a significant milestone for Anthony Joshua, who had been eagerly anticipated to prove himself once again.
With this win, he secured his first knockout victory since December 2020, when he defeated Kubrat Pulev to defend his WBA, IBO, IBF, and WBO title belts.
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Helenius, who replaced the banned Dylian White just a week before the fight, displayed tremendous resilience as he battled against Joshua.
Despite the daunting odds, he managed to regain his composure and congratulated Joshua before exiting the ring under his own power.
Hearn’s Insight after Joshua’s Victory
Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, shared his insights on the fight’s outcome in a conversation with BBC.
He emphasized the transformation that Joshua has undergone and praised his ability to find the measure of his right hand, leading to a knockout that is already being hailed as one of the most impressive of the year.
Hearn expressed his belief that this version of Joshua is the one that fight fans can expect to see in the future, although he acknowledged the need for continued aggression in upcoming matches.
This victory continues a streak of success for Joshua, following his decision victory against Jermaine Franklin in April.
Joshua’s Record and Wilder
It is also a significant achievement since Joshua’s relinquishment of his heavyweight title belts to Oleksandr Usyk, who had defeated him twice – first on September 25, 2021, and then again on August 21, 2022.
Anthony Joshua’s record now stands at an impressive 26 wins and three defeats, with a staggering 23 of his wins coming via knockout.
In January, 2024, Anthony Joshua is scheduled to engage in a boxing match against Deontay Wilder in Saudi Arabia.
Wilder, known for his own powerful knockout abilities, previously knocked out Robert Helenius in the first round of their encounter in October.
