Joshua Survives Knockdowns to Knock Out Prenga in Jeddah

Anthony Joshua secured his 30th professional victory by knocking out Kristian Prenga in the second round of their bout in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The fight, which did not count towards any major championship titles, was primarily a preparatory match for Joshua's highly anticipated clash with fellow British boxer Tyson Fury. Prenga, an Albanian boxer with a record of 20 wins, all by knockout, started aggressively and even knocked Joshua down twice in the opening round. This early onslaught put Joshua in a precarious position, flirting with a significant upset. However, Joshua recovered quickly and dominated the second round, overwhelming Prenga with a series of powerful punches to secure the win. This victory marks Joshua's second consecutive win and brings him closer to the potential decade-defining fight against Fury. Reports indicate that contracts for the Joshua-Fury bout have already been signed, with Wembley Stadium in London and venues in the United States being considered as potential hosts. While the fight was officially unofficial, both boxers received substantial purses. Prenga earned over a million euros, while Joshua took home nearly six million euros. The presence of Oleksandr Usyk, widely regarded as the best boxer in Ukraine, was noted at ringside, observing Joshua's performance.