LIVE: Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou – Heavyweight Boxing
Anthony Joshua knocked out Francis Ngannou in the second round of their heavyweight boxing match in Saudi Arabia. The British fighter twice floored the Cameroonian at Riyadh’s Kingdom Arena before a third knockout blow ended the contest.
Well, that was quite the spectacle and worth the wait.
Both boxers and fans around the world were kept waiting for the undercard bouts.
How it was worth every second of the time spent in anticipation.
That final right-hand punch from Anthony Joshua will be talked about and replayed for years.
It was as destructive and powerful a punch as you could imagine.
The damage had been done by the previous two blows and Francis Ngannou had no energy left to respond to the build-up to the knockout blow as Joshua lined up his man.
We hope you enjoyed our build-up – not quite to the level of Joshua’s – and the coverage of the fight itself.
It was a blockbuster performance from the man who would be king of the heavyweight division.
A huge fight awaits Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Uysk, which will set up the most mouthwatering of fights after Joshua’s display in Riyadh.
Do join us again for more live coverage from Al Jazeera soon.
Saturday and Sunday are packed with T20 international cricket and Premier League football so please tune in if you can.
For now though, from me Kevin Hand, it’s a very good night.