Tyson Fury has finally spoken out following a serious car accident in Nigeria involving his longtime rival, Anthony Joshua. Joshua, 36, was taken to the hospital with minor injuries after the crash, which tragically resulted in the deaths of two of his close associates. Eyewitnesses at the scene assisted those involved, with former heavyweight champion Joshua visibly distressed as he was helped from the wreckage.
Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s longtime promoter, confirmed that Joshua was safe and en route to the hospital, but details about his condition were limited. The fatal incident occurred on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway near Sagamu, Ogun State, prompting an outpouring of tributes.
In a heartfelt response to the tragedy, Fury paid his respects via Instagram, acknowledging the passing of Sina Ghami and Kevin Ayodele, who lost their lives in the accident. The news of the crash also prompted concerns about Joshua’s health, with sources close to him expressing worries about potential rib and knee injuries beyond the initially reported minor injuries.
The impact of losing his friends and colleagues, who played significant roles in his career, adds another layer of difficulty for Joshua. Mourners outside the gym of Joshua’s coach expressed doubts about his future in boxing, highlighting the emotional toll the accident has taken on him.
As the boxing world speculates about Joshua’s future in the ring, discussions about a potential match between Fury and Joshua have resurfaced. Despite their verbal sparring in the past, a face-off between the two heavyweight stars has yet to materialize.
Following his recent fight, Joshua called out Fury for a potential showdown, emphasizing his readiness to compete. However, with the recent tragedy impacting Joshua both physically and emotionally, the future of his boxing career remains uncertain.