Anthony Joshua loses to Daniel Dubois, drops in heavyweight rankings
- Daniel Dubois defeated Anthony Joshua in a heavyweight boxing match earlier this month, knocking him down four times.
- As a result of this loss, Joshua's ranking fell from third to seventh, now behind Martin Bakole and Agit Kabayel.
- Joshua expressed his determination to continue fighting, acknowledging his mistakes and praising Dubois for his performance.
In a recent heavyweight boxing match, Anthony Joshua faced Daniel Dubois, resulting in Joshua's fourth professional defeat. The fight took place earlier this month, where Dubois knocked Joshua down four times before achieving a knockout victory, allowing him to retain his IBF title. Following this loss, Joshua's ranking plummeted from third to seventh in the heavyweight division, falling behind fighters like Martin Bakole and Agit Kabayel. Dubois, now ranked second, is positioned just below the unified champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, who holds the top spot. The updated rankings reflect a significant shift in the heavyweight landscape, with Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang also moving ahead of Joshua. Despite the defeat, Joshua expressed his determination to continue fighting, acknowledging his mistakes and praising Dubois for his performance. He emphasized the importance of resilience in the sport, stating that he will not shy away from future challenges. The heavyweight division is set for a major clash in December, featuring Usyk against Fury, which could further impact the rankings and dynamics of the division.