WATCH: Corner cam reveals Anthony Joshua expressing difficulty during Robert Helenius electric boxing match
A clip of Anthony Joshua expressing himself as having a hard time during the Robert Helenius fight has been making the rounds on the internet.
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Robert Helenius Vs Anthony Joshua (Image credit- Sky Sports)
Anthony Joshua has been jeered by the crowd throughout his fight, which was quite disturbing for him. He was unable to land a single punch until a massive right to the chin ended Robert Helenius’ night. This victory is Joshua’s first in a stoppage in two and a half years. Subsequently, it paved the way for a highly anticipated showdown. On the other hand, American boxer Deontay Wilder is scheduled to take on Joshua in January.
In the first few seconds of the fight, Helenius moved into the center of the ring and landed a wild left. Joshua was moving around a lot, trying to set up traps. He threw one shot at a time, not really challenging the substitute fighter. “It’s hard to find the right hand,” Joshua said to his trainer Derrick James who told him to keep trying.
Joshua adhered to the instructions of his trainer. The referee, Victor Loughlin, stopped the fight after Helenius was sent to the canvas following a double feint, followed by a right. After the knockdown, an emotional and smiling Joshua emerged from the ring, shaking hands with fans and sharing a beer with Irish MMA fighter Conor McGregor.
Helenius left the ring without assistance after receiving a round of applause from the crowd. It was hard for Joshua to get his foot on the gas, but the way he finished might just be the confidence boost he needed, and a subtle reminder to the rest of the heavyweights that he’s not finished yet.
Anthony Joshua to battle against Deontay Wilder
This is a star heavyweight match that boxing fans have been cravings for years now. A few years back both Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder were known to be knockout punchers respectfully. Wilder in particular is known to have the most devastating punching power in the heavyweight division.
His power has been acknowledged by Tyson Fury, whom he has fought a total of three times now. Anthony Joshua also is known for his technical and explosive boxing style. He even had a 100% knockout rate until a few years ago which has now dropped to 88%. Wilder on the other hand currently has a knockout percentage of 91.3%.
In Anthony Joshua’s boxing career, he has had a total of 26 wins and 3 losses. Out of his 26 victories, he won 23 times via KO. Furthermore, in Deontay Wilder’s career, he has won 43 fights with one loss and two draws. Out of his 43 victories, 42 of them were through KO.
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