by Author Rooks/ Boxing Contributor
In a stunning display of power and precision, Anthony Joshua reclaimed his status as a formidable force in the heavyweight division with a resounding second-round TKO over Francis Ngannou in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The former UFC heavyweight champion, transitioning into boxing, found himself outmatched by Joshua’s superior technique and experience.
The decisive moment came when Joshua, a former two-time heavyweight champion, unleashed a perfectly executed straight right, sending Ngannou crashing to the canvas, his comeback aspirations dashed under the weight of Joshua’s relentless assault. This victory not only solidifies Joshua’s position in the boxing world but also serves as a poignant reminder of his skill, determination, and the ever-present potential for redemption in the squared circle. As Ngannou reflects on this setback, Joshua’s path forward is clear, with the boxing community eagerly anticipating his next move in the heavyweight hierarchy.
Punch Stats
PUNCHES | JOSHUA | NGANNOU |
---|---|---|
Total landed | 12 | 8 |
Total thrown | 41 | 42 |
Percent | 29% | 20% |
Jabs landed | 7 | 5 |
Jabs thrown | 32 | 21 |
Percent | 22% | 24% |
Power landed | 5 | 3 |
Power thrown | 99 | 21 |
Percent | 56% | 14% |
— Courtesy of CompuBox |