In a spectacular “Day of Reckoning” event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Anthony Joshua notches his third victory of the year, defeating Otto Wallin by a fifth-round technical knockout.
Wallin, known for his challenging southpaw stance, succumbs to Joshua’s dominance. Joshua’s earlier wins in 2023 over Jermaine Franklin and Robert Helenius set the stage for this triumph.
Wallin, despite a previous loss to Tyson Fury in 2019, posed a significant challenge.
However, Joshua’s KO victory showcases his prowess, bringing his record to 27 wins and three losses, with 24 knockouts. In a preceding bout, Deontay Wilder faced a setback, losing to former WBO heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker by unanimous decision.
Wallin’s coach, Joey Garnache, opted to stop the fight, prioritizing his fighter’s well-being. Post-fight, Joshua, a two-time heavyweight champion, declares to former rival Andy Ruiz, “I’m back.” The event in Riyadh proves to be a remarkable evening for the boxing world.
