Joshua goes for a slightly higher guard during the fourth round. He’s baiting Franklin to go for the body instead of the head after taking a few knocks in the last round.
Joshua lands a lovely right jab direct on Franklin’s face. He follows it up with another just seconds later… but the American doesn’t appear to be phased.
The British-Nigerian grapples with Franklin and puts him in the headlock.
Joshua lands another sharp jab, stunning Franklin and forcing him to unravel a little in retaliation.
The score reads 10-9, 10-9, 10-9, 10-9, all in favour of Joshua
All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.
Contact: [email protected]
