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'What a fight!' - Football world reacts to Joshua's knockout win over Klitschko

An epic heavyweight showdown saw the Englishman knock out the legendary Ukrainian with a flurry of blows in the 11th round

Anthony Joshua's stunning victory over Wladimir Klitschko Saturday night caused quite a stir in the footballing world.

The Watford native won the title bout by knockout in the 11th round after knocking the legendary Ukrainian down twice in the round and pouring on the shots before the referee intervened.

The fight and the result sent got people talking, with the football world weighing in.

Wowwww that uppercut lights out #JoshuaKlitchsko

— Ashley Cole (@TheRealAC3) April 29, 2017

What a fighter & warrior Klitschko is at 41, but what an experience to come through for Joshua!