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Anthony Joshua knocks Alexander Povetkin out in round 7 in defense of unified heavyweight title

Anthony Joshua(28) on Saturday knocked  Alexander Povetkin(39) out in seven rounds to defend his IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight titles. reaffirming his status as the world's leading heavyweight.

Since adding his third world title with March's victory over Joseph Parker, the return of Tyson Fury and frustration over his inability to secure a unification match-up with WBC champion Deontay Wilder has threatened that very reputation.

An estimated 68,000 spectators were present at Wembley Stadium, venue of the fight.



Spraking shortly after his victory, Joshua said ," I got my knockout streak back"
"Povetkin is a very tough challenger, he proved that tonight with good left hooks and counter punches.
I came in here to have fun, and give it my best,
I knew he was strong to the head but weak to the body. I was just mixing it up.
It could have been seven, maybe nine, maybe 12 rounds to get him out of there. But the ultimate aim was to be victorious
I got my knockout streak back. Wembley, thank you so much. Everyone involved, Team Povetkin, thanks.

" It's April 13 bout that I'm interested in here. The tougher the challenge, the harder the performance and the more you learn. This is chapter two. We are at a different level now and I'm here to fight on my feet again."

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