In a highly anticipated fight, British boxing fans were left stunned when Daniel Dubois delivered a shocking knockout against former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua on September 21, 2024, at Wembley Stadium. Dubois, known for his power, had been viewed as an underdog, but he defied the odds, winning in the fifth round and solidifying his place among the elite of the heavyweight division.
Dubois, who had suffered setbacks in the past, including a loss to Joe Joyce and Oleksandr Usyk, entered this fight on a redemption path. His victory against Joshua followed two impressive knockout wins, and this performance was no different. From the opening bell, Dubois came out strong, rocking Joshua with a series of powerful right hands. By the third round, Joshua was down twice, struggling to find an answer to Dubois’ relentless pressure.
Joshua, a two-time world champion, looked out of sorts from the start, unable to control the fight’s pace. Dubois dominated, with his jab setting up devastating combinations that sent Joshua to the canvas in the fifth. Despite Joshua’s efforts to regroup, Dubois finished the fight in emphatic fashion, handing Joshua his fourth career loss.
This fight could mark a turning point in heavyweight boxing. At just 26, Dubois has now beaten one of the biggest names in the sport and may be looking towards future bouts with Tyson Fury or a rematch with Usyk. For Joshua, the future remains uncertain as questions swirl about whether he still has the hunger to continue at the top level.
