Mikael Lawal lands a thunderous knockout to emphatically announce arrival on British cruiserweight scene | Boxing Information

Mikael Lawal smashed Leonardo Damian Bruzzese with a colossal overhand ideal to make a statement with a knockout earn on Saturday in London.

Lawal clattered his opponent to the canvas 3 moments and ended his hopes with a large shot in the fifth round.

He extended his undefeated document to 15 fights with an explosive outing.

Lawal hurt Bruzzese as early as the next round, scoring his initially knock-down with a still left hook then flooring him all over again shortly later on.

Bruzzese battled on but was remaining crumpled by a perfect punch from Lawal.

Lawal warned he would keep a near eye on divisional rival Richard Riakporhe and included: “I have acquired my have path to go down.

“I’m waiting around to be made required for the British title. Chris Billam-Smith is in the setting up now and I’d like that battle.”

Lawal mentioned about his beaten opponent Bruzzese: “He is acquired a great deal of expertise over me.

“He was at European amount so to get him out? I’m joyful with that.

“I was making an attempt to drive it but just experienced to time it proper.”