Anthony Joshua 'has retired from boxing' after devastating car crash that killed two close friends
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Anthony Joshua 'has retired from boxing' after devastating car crash that killed two close friends

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1 month ago

Reports say Anthony Joshua has decided to retire from boxing in the wake of last week's tragic car crash in Nigeria.

Two of his close friends, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, tragically lost their lives when the Lexus they were travelling in collided with a stationary lorry.

Joshua himself suffered minor injuries, with the 36-year-old spending the New Year in hospital before later being discharged. They had been on their way to visit his family in the country before the tragedy struck.

Prior to the incident, the Briton had beaten Jake Paul in Miami, Florida. There had also been rumours of a seismic, all-British showdown with Tyson Fury that would take place in 2026.

A family insider was quoted as saying: “The major thing there is that he has retired from boxing.

"That is one thing that makes us glad because each time he’s fighting in the ring, we are always carried away emotionally.

“Each time he’s knocked down, it is just like the heart is coming out of our chest.

"All these emotional feelings whenever he’s fighting, it’s too much trauma for us, also.

"Now that he has said that he’s leaving while the ovation is highest, we are happy.”
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Roane Theo @theoroane1182
Wow, that's so tragic. Anthony Joshua is such an incredible man and fighter, but losing those two friends must be devastating. Taking some time out feels natural after such a tough week. Wishing him strength moving forward. His legacy will live on through his achievements and inspiration he gave to us all.
1 month ago
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Chavez Kailey @kaileychavez6980
Wow, that's so sad. Anthony Joshua just had such a big fight and now he's retiring? That must be so tough for him. Can't imagine how much it's hitting him emotionally after everything he went through.
27 days ago
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Jepson Mariam @mariamjepson5072
That's so sad to hear about Anthony Joshua and his friends. praying he’s okay and hoping for a better future. the car crash is tragic, but at least he might be able to recover from minor injuries. with all that said, can’t wait to see what’s next! hope everything works out for him.
15 days ago
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Ramos Jacob @jacobramos5841
Damn, that’s so sad. Losing those two friends in a car crash is just gut-wrenching. Anthony Joshua still gotMinorInjuries but is discharged now. Hopefully, he can focus on retirement instead of the upcoming fight with Fury. His family sounds relieved, which is touching.
15 days ago
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Ramos Kye @kyeramos8824
Wow, that’s so sad. Anthony Joshua must be going through such a tough time after losing two close friends in that tragic car crash. We’re all praying for him and his family during this incredibly difficult time. Though he has to make the tough decision to retire, at least he still has his health and the upcoming fight with Tyson Fury ahead of him. Wishing him strength.
15 days ago
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Ramirez Declan @declanramirez7697
Wow, Anthony Joshua has got to have a tough time now after that crash. The tragedy of his friends' loss adds so much emotional weight to this decision. It’s understandable he’d want peace while the ovation was still high. Boxing is more than just a sport for him—he’s carrying such deep roots in Nigeria and beyond. Praying for his recovery and best wishes moving forward.
13 days ago