
British boxer Anthony Joshua won the IBF world
heavyweight title on Saturday with a sensational
second round knockout of American rival.
Charles Martin.
Taking to his twitter account after the victory,
the new champion wrote: "An unforgettable
night!"
Olympic champion Joshua, 26, had Martin on
the canvas twice in the second round to record
his 16th knockout in all 16 professional fights
he has contested.
Joshua becomes the sixth British fighter to win
a world heavyweight title.
"There 'll probably be some negativity about how
easy it is. But two days ago Charles Martin was
a big, dangerous southpaw and he had the
confidence to come over here and fight in the
lion's den," said the new champion.
"All the hype is good for boxing, let's keep on
pushing this sport. Keep on supporting us
because it won't last forever."
Joshua needed only one minute and 32 seconds
of the second round to end the defence of the
American who was widely jeered when he
entered the ring wearing a crown and velvet
robes.
It was a fast and powerful right hand which
delivered the final blow as Martin was left
clearly dazed. He was up on his feet but off
them again soon after, with the hapless
American failing to make the count.
"I've got people like David Haye and Tyson Fury
calling me out so I need to keep improving.
Every fight gets better and better. I want to give
value for money and I appreciate the ongoing
support of the fans," added Joshua.


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