By Ishola Kayode
Anthony Joshua secured seventh-round knockout in a heavyweight bout against Robert Helenius, marking his first KO victory since his triumph over Kubrat Puliev in late 2020.
Joshua was initially preparing up for a rematch with Whyte at London’s O2 Arena.
However, following Whyte’s recent drug test complications, Helenius stepped up to the challenge on short notice, having just fought in Finland a week before.
Notwithstanding Helenius’s early aggressive tactics, Joshua patiently used his jabs, seeking the right moment to strike.
The London crowd erupted in excitement as Joshua’s swift three-punch combo in the seventh round left Helenius reeling.
After Helenius collapsed against the ropes, the referee swiftly concluded the match, recognizing the definitive nature of Joshua’s knockout.
Following his victory, Joshua was seen celebrating alongside UFC legend, Conor McGregor.
This victory is indicative of a pivotal momentum shift for Joshua, especially after recent fights had fans yearning for his knockout prowess.
While Deontay Wilder had previously defeated Helenius in the first round, Joshua’s recent performance solidifies his position, building anticipation for a potential face-off with the former WBC heavyweight champion.
