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Anthony Joshua Drops in WBO Rankings After Defeat to Daniel Dubois

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Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has dropped six places in the WBO rankings following to fellow British boxer Daniel Dubois. Joshua, once ranked as the No. 1 heavyweight, now finds himself in seventh place, marking a significant fall from grace his recent . Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Efe Ajagba holds the 10th spot in the rankings, maintaining his position the top heavyweights.

The highly anticipated fight, held at Wembley Stadium in front of 95,000 spectators, saw Joshua suffer a fifth-round knockout at the hands of Dubois. Despite entering the ring as the favorite, Joshua was knocked down four times over the course of five rounds, ultimately leading the referee to stop the contest and declare Dubois the victor. The defeat has raised about Joshua’s future in the , particularly given his previous in the heavyweight division.

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At 34 old, the British-Nigerian boxer has faced criticism for the loss, yet remains defiant. In a message to his , Joshua expressed his determination to continue his career, insisting that this setback will not mark the end of his journey. He acknowledged the disappointment but reaffirmed his to staying in the ring and pursuing future victories.

Joshua’s fall in the rankings is a blow to his aspirations of reclaiming the heavyweight championship, but his resilience and drive suggest that he still has much to in the sport. As he reflects on this latest defeat, his will likely turn to rebuilding his career and working towards redemption in future bouts.

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For fans of Nigerian boxing, Efe Ajagba’s steady offers a source of pride, as he continues to represent the nation among the sport’s elite heavyweights.

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