Daniel Dubois sensationally knocked Anthony Joshua out in the fifth round of their International Boxing Federation (IBF) heavyweight bout at Wembley Stadium on Saturday
Dubois dropped Joshua multiple times before he knocked him out with a short right hook to retain his IBF title in front of 96,000 fans.
“We came up short as a team. You know I’m ready to kick off in the ring but I’m going to keep it respectful,” Joshua told DAZN after the fight.
“Before I came here, I always say to myself I’m a fighter for life. You keep rolling the dice. I had a fast and sharp opponent, a lot of mistakes from my end.”
After his stunning win, Dubois told DAZN his next step.
“I’ve only got a few things to say, are you not entertained?!”he told DAZN.
“It’s been a journey and I’m grateful to be in this position. I’m a gladiator, I’m a warrior until the bitter end.
“I want to get to the top of this sport and reach my full potential.
“Behind the scenes, the work with my dad. I’ve been on a rollercoaster run, this is my time, this is my redemption story. I’m not going to stop until I reach my full potential.”
Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, explained why he lost to Dubois.
“It was a huge right hand AJ shipped in the first round. He never gave up and I’m so proud of him,” Hearn said.
“He hurt Daniel Dubois but he got greedy and got caught again. He couldn’t get up. If we’re going to lose then losing to a British heavyweight makes it better. He’ll need a rest.”
