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In an unexpected twist of events, the boxing world witnessed a night of intense action and unexpected alliances as Anthony Joshua secured a resounding knockout victory against Robert Helenius. While the victory celebration was well-deserved, a curious convergence of personalities ringside has sparked discussions,

The electrifying match, hastily arranged due to Dillian Whyte’s failed drug test, showcased Joshua’s unwavering determination and technical prowess. As the bell rang, both fighters entered the ring with their reputations on the line. The early rounds saw a clash of strategies and fierce exchanges, with Helenius impressively holding his ground against the former heavyweight champion. However, it was Joshua’s undeniable dominance that gradually became the focal point of the fight. Although the fight was close during the first rounds, ‘AJ’ maintained his pace and kept pressing the Finnish boxer. In the seventh round, the former champion would land a clean right hand and send Helenius to the canvas to secure his victory.

Anthony Joshua celebrating with Conor McGregor & KSI raises eyebrows amidst potential Deontay Wilder clash

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The knockout punch that sealed Joshua’s victory reverberated beyond the arena walls, triggering an avalanche of tweets, posts, and shares across various social media platforms. As fans shared videos of the decisive moment and showered praise on the British heavyweight champion, another storyline began to take shape—a storyline that revolves around the unexpected gathering of combat sports stars.

 

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Amidst the celebrations, what caught the attention of many was the presence of two prominent figures, Conor McGregor and KSI, at ringside. Moreover, the Irish star even made ‘AJ’ chug a beverage after the bout. With this victory, many are expecting that Joshua will be facing Deontay Wilder next. The Bronze Bomber also beat Helenius in a similar fashion after his return back in October last year. Despite this, fans felt that this perforce might not be enough to beat the Olympic Bronze medalist.

Here is how the fans reacted:

A user did not like the way McGregor celebrated with Joshua after the fight.

Another user felt that Wilder would easily beat the Briton based on this performance.

Moreover, another user thought that this version of Joshua was far behind the one fans saw in 2018.

Meanwhile, a user was ecstatic seeing KSI, McGregor, and Joshua celebrating the win.

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However, one user was thoroughly impressed by AJ’s performance. He also hoped that this would instill a confidence boost in the former champion.

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As the boxing world dissects Joshua’s knockout victory, the celebrations and interactions at ringside continue to generate a buzz. While fans revel in the spectacle there remains a sense of caution, a reminder that the path to greatness is fraught with challenges.

As the dust settles and the boxing community reflects on the night’s events, one thing is certain: the stage is set for a thrilling continuation of the saga, with the Briton’s next moves eagerly anticipated and the looming specter of Deontay Wilder ever-present.

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