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Anthony Joshua, the rising star of British heavyweight boxing, maintained his perfect professional record with a convincing second-round stoppage of Croatian fighter Hrvoje Kisicek at London’s historic York Hall. The Olympic gold medallist showcased his impressive skills and power, securing his third consecutive knockout victory in just five weeks.

The bout, held in the iconic Bethnal Green venue, saw Joshua dominate from the opening bell. The 24-year-old Englishman displayed his superior technique methodically breaking down his opponent with precise combinations and thunderous punches.

Kisicek, despite his experience advantage, found himself overwhelmed by Joshua’s relentless assault. The Croatian boxer struggled to mount any significant offense as Joshua controlled the pace and distance of the fight.

The end came swiftly in the second round when Joshua unleashed a devastating combination that sent Kisicek crashing to the canvas. Although the Croatian fighter managed to regain his feet, it was clear he was in no condition to continue. As Joshua pressed his advantage, pinning Kisicek against the ropes, the referee intervened to halt the contest.

While some observers felt the stoppage might have been slightly premature, there was little doubt about the eventual outcome. Joshua’s superior skill set and physical attributes had Kisicek outmatched from the start.

The victory further solidified Joshua’s status as one of boxing’s most promising heavyweight prospects. His rapid-fire schedule of three fights in just over a month demonstrated both his fitness and his team’s confidence in his abilities.

Looking ahead, Joshua’s camp announced plans for two more fights before year’s end. The heavyweight sensation is set to appear on the undercard of the highly anticipated Carl Froch vs. George Groves super-middleweight world title fight in Manchester. Following that, Joshua will face former Welsh amateur champion Dorian Darch in London this December.

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Filed under: Heavyweight - @ November 14, 2013 11:59 pm

Tags: Anthony Joshua, Hrvoje Kisicek