Anthony Joshua steps up his bodywork in round 9 as Usyk responds with hooks

Anthony Joshua steps up his bodywork in round 9 as Usyk responds with hooks

Oleksandr Usyk has slowed down in round 9 as a result of Anthony Joshua’s aggressive bodywork.

Particularly, the head movement has slowed down, making Joshua’s target more stationary. Joshua is increasing the pace and the intensity. Joshua is advancing and letting go of Usyk’s grasp as he retreats. Usyk appears to be having difficulties. Joshua is hitting hard but not exhausting himself by picking his shots carefully. Usyk is reeling toward the ropes under Joshua’s control, but he manages to reach the bell. his Joshua undoubtedly had his best round in either bout in this night’s most dominant round for either guy.