Francis Ngannou drew laughter from the audience when he was asked about the severity of the punch delivered by Anthony Joshua during their heavyweight bout. During the post-fight press conference, Ngannou commented, "I didn't feel the punch. I believe that's the essence of a knockout. I didn't feel any pain. That's how I knew I was knocked out." The powerful right-hand strike from Joshua left the ex-UFC champion lying flat on the boxing ring floor, unconscious. He was provided with oxygen and eventually regained his feet, as described by the DAZN broadcast. Joshua managed to knock down Ngannou in both the first and second rounds before ultimately securing the victory at 2:38 of the second round.

Ngannou acknowledged Joshua's achievement by stating, "He did what Tyson Fury couldn't." This statement was about Ngannou's professional debut in October when he managed to knock down Fury in a match that ended in a controversial split decision.

Joshua's triumph over Ngannou was even more impressive when considering Fury's inability to achieve the same result. The heavyweight bout showcased Joshua's impressive strength and skill, and Ngannou's reaction to the punch further emphasized the power behind it. The match served as a testament to Joshua's prowess and demonstrated his ability to overcome opponents that had previously proven challenging for other fighters, such as Tyson Fury.

In conclusion, the heavyweight bout between Joshua and Ngannou provided an exciting display of skill and power. The fact that Joshua was able to knock down Ngannou, who had previously knocked down Fury, showcased Joshua's ability to rise to the challenge and surpass the achievements of other fighters in the heavyweight division. Ngannou's lighthearted reaction to the knockout further highlighted the magnitude of Joshua's achievement and added an element of humour to the post-fight press conference.

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