Toba Owojaiye reportingÂ
In a dominating display, Anthony Joshua secured his third victory of 2023 with a fifth-round TKO over Otto Wallin in Riyadh. This marked Joshua’s triumphant return after earlier wins against Jermaine Franklin and Robert Helenius this year. The “Day of Reckoning” card in Saudi Arabia featured Joshua’s bout as the main event.
Joshua, now boasting an impressive record of 27 wins and three losses with 24 knockout victories, showcased his prowess against Wallin. The Nigerian-British boxer swiftly took control, delivering a left hook in the second round that set the tone for the match. Joshua’s calculated punches left Wallin struggling, with blood and cuts evident on the Swedish boxer.
The fifth round saw Joshua’s menacing assault, culminating in a superb left hook that left Wallin stumbling. Although Wallin managed to survive the round, his corner declared him unable to continue, granting Joshua a decisive victory. This latest triumph solidifies Joshua’s status in the boxing world, capping off a remarkable year with a flawless 3-0 record in 2023.