Eddie Hearn claims that Martinez's spectacular KO of Galahad changed the history of boxing, and admits that he was 'astonished' by what he saw.

Eddie Hearn believes that KIKO MARTINEZ's shocking defeat of Kid Galahad 'changed the history' of British boxing.

With a spectacular sixth-round knockout victory over enemy territory, the Spaniard took the IBF featherweight title away from Sheffield's slugger.

Hearn, Matchroom Boxing's chief executive, was stunned by the Spaniard’s shocking victory. He admits that it will be a lasting memory.

He stated, "I will never forget a thrilling evening, two major upsets and I cannot believe what I saw."

Boxing is a sport that never loses. One punch can change everything.

"It was just an unbalanced, dominant display by Kid Galahad. One punch from Kiko Martinez changed the course of history.

It changed the history of British boxing and Spanish boxing.

"It will take a while to believe what we saw in that ring tonight."

Galahad, real-name Barry Awad was on the verge of a unanimous victory, but was then floored by a devastating righthand in the fifth.

He made the standing eight count, but was then dropped seconds later.

Hearn described the remarkable victory of the veteran as "I can't believe"

"It was one of the most amazing fights I have ever seen in a boxing arena. It was a very one-sided fight. It was a masterclass in beating down.

"One punch can change everything. Kiko Martinez has been at the top of her game for fifteen years.

"I knew he wouldn't stop trying. Galahad completely outclassed him.

"Wow. It was a horrible right-hand finish.

Martinez, 35, was overcome by his win and said, "I'm really, truly happy to be champion again."

"It's been hard, it's been going for a long, very long time.

It is the desire to be there, the discipline, the desire and the will to win again.

"So, evidently, I'm extremely content."