The boxing world have been taking notes and reacting from the heavy hitting former world champion from Russia’s final fight in the sport of boxing.
Kovalev now 42 is some years removed from fighting Andre Ward but went back to Russia tonight for his final fight in professional boxing.
He ended it quite brilliantly too, with a seventh round knockout win over Artur Mann which you can watch here in the full fight video.
Here is what the boxing world is saying:
Good win and a good career in the sport Kovalev.
One of Russia’s best ever world champions in boxing history.
Brick fists and he showed a bit of heart tonight as well.
Ending a boxing career on a knockout is always a good way to leave the sport.