Police are appealing for information after a 24-year-old man was punched to the floor in Knole Road, Billingham.
The incident happened at around 10pm on Sunday.
The victim is currently in a stable condition in James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough.
A man has been arrested in connection with the incident.
Witnesses are asked to call Stockton Police Station on 01642-302226.
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