In a highly anticipated heavyweight showdown in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Anthony Joshua secured a commanding victory over former UFC champion Francis Ngannou, achieving a knockout in just the second round. 

Despite Ngannou’s impressive debut against Tyson Fury, Joshua’s sheer power and boxing prowess proved insurmountable. 

Ngannou, known for stunning the world with his knockdown of Fury, faced a dramatic opening round, succumbing to a straight right from Joshua. 

Despite a resilient start in the second round, Ngannou faced another powerful right from Joshua, culminating in an extraordinary knockout. 

This victory marked Joshua’s fourth consecutive win, reigniting his title credentials and setting the stage for a potential future clash with the winner of the upcoming unification bout between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury in May. 

Reflecting on his recent success, Joshua credited the Ben Davison Performance-Center and expressed eagerness for whatever challenges lie ahead, possibly hinting at a desire for a unification bout for all the belts.