Two‑time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has been released from hospital following his involvement in a fatal car accident in Nigeria on Monday, December 29, 2025.

The boxer was deemed fit after receiving treatment in Nigeria to ensure he was not seriously harmed by the accident, and he continues his recuperation.

Joshua sustained minor injuries in the accident, which claimed the lives of his personal trainer and close friends while he was traveling to visit his family.

He is expected to be sidelined from boxing for a while as he mourns the death of his companions and takes medication to recover fully before resuming active duties.

Meanwhile, the bodies of the two friends who died at the scene are set to be repatriated to their families for burial.

Anthony Joshua’s coach and close friend among accident fatalities - Reports

The fatal crash occurred on a busy highway in Makun, just hours after Joshua and his associates had reportedly spent time playing tennis together.

Reports indicate that the vehicle he was traveling in collided with a stationary truck, an incident that tragically claimed the lives of two people. Joshua reportedly sustained minor injuries.

Joshua’s two friends: Kevin Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, were confirmed dead as they could not survive the injuries sustained in the crash.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.

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