On this day in 2017, Anthony Joshua heralded the start of a new era of heavyweight boxing by dramatically knocking out Wladimir Klitschko in 11 rounds at Wembley Stadium.
Making the third defence of his IBF title, the Watford boxer also became the WBA champion after recovering from the first knockdown of his career.
In front of an estimated 90,000-strong crowd, a post-war record for a fight in the UK, Joshua faced severe risk of his first defeat after hitting the canvas in the sixth round following a huge right hand from Klitschko.
In his post-fight comments, Joshua expressed gratitude towards Klitschko, saying: “A massive shout out to Wladimir Klitschko for taking part, I’m not going to say too much, in terms of the boxing hall of fame, he’s a role model in and out of the ring.”
Klitschko, graceful in defeat, said: “London, I hope you enjoyed the fight, he beat me at his best, the best man won tonight.”
