British heavyweight Anthony Joshua secured a sensational seventh-round knockout victory over Robert Helenius at London's O2 Arena.
The highly anticipated bout saw Joshua initially boxing tentatively in the first half, only to unleash a massive right hook that ended Helenius' night in an instant.
The 33-year-old Joshua, who had faced criticism from fans during the fight, made a stunning comeback with the one-punch knockout.
The victory marked Joshua's first stoppage win in two-and-a-half years, reigniting his dominance in the heavyweight division.
With this victory under his belt, Joshua is now set to face American Deontay Wilder in an eagerly awaited showdown scheduled for January.
The potential clash between the two heavyweights has already generated significant excitement within the boxing community.
Reflecting on his victory, Joshua acknowledged the fickleness of the sport and expressed his satisfaction with his performance.
"I've done my job tonight," he told BBC Radio 5 live. When asked about the upcoming fight with Wilder, Joshua humorously quipped about his back, showing his eagerness to continue carrying the heavyweight division to new heights.
Post-match celebrations were filled with emotion as Joshua shared high-fives with fans and even enjoyed a celebratory beer with Irish mixed martial arts sensation Conor McGregor.
The camaraderie and excitement surrounding the event highlighted the larger-than-life nature of heavyweight boxing.
Helenius, who stepped in on a week's notice after Dillian Whyte's drug test failure, showed resilience despite the knockout.
The Finnish boxer needed oxygen but eventually left the ring unassisted after congratulating Joshua on his victory.
With this win, Joshua's professional record extends to 26 victories, including 23 stoppages, and three defeats. On the other hand, Helenius adds a fifth loss to his pro record of 36 fights.