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Anthony Joshua speaks from his hospital bed in a recent health update following his car accident
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6 months agoon
Boxing champion Anthony Joshua is said to be in pain all over his body after a horrific car accident in Nigeria that tragically claimed the lives of two of his close friends. Joshua remains under care at a private hospital in Lagos, where he is expected to remain until the Fresh Year, following his injury.
The former heavyweight world champion’s condition is believed to be stable, but Sun they claim he said, “I feel pain all over my body,” with previous reports suggesting his injuries may be more sedate than initially thought and could potentially impact his boxing future.
The 36-year-old, who has not yet spoken publicly about the tragic incident, was traveling as a passenger in a Lexus Jeep that collided with a stopped truck on a congested highway on Monday morning. Police suspect the fatal accident was caused by a tire burst “due to excessive speed”.
Joshua is said to have felt severe pain in his knees and screamed in pain as he was dragged from the Lexus 4×4. Fortunately, tests did not reveal any bone fractures.
He suffered minor injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment, while two other passengers in the vehicle unfortunately lost their lives, police confirmed. Both victims were identified as Kevin Ayodele and Sina Ghami.
Both individuals were trusted members of Joshua’s inner circle and played key roles on his team. Ayodele worked as the British boxer’s personal trainer and Ghami was his strength and conditioning coach for over a decade.
The long-awaited clash between Joshua and his long-time rival Tyson Fury has been discussed, although the fight remains uncertain at the moment.
Nigeria’s president confirmed on Monday that Joshua’s mother had gone to the hospital to support her son. In a statement, Bola Ahmed Tinubu revealed that after the incident, he called both Joshua and his mother at the medical facility where the British boxer was undergoing treatment.
Tinubu expressed his condolences to Joshua on the death of his friends Ghami and Ayodele.
He said: “I spoke to AJ on the phone to personally express my condolences on the deaths of his two colleagues. I wished him well and prayed for him. He assured me he was receiving the best care at the hospital.
“I also talked to AJ’s mother and prayed for her. She was very grateful for my calling.
“Furthermore, I spoke to Governor Dapo Abiodun who was with them at the hospital. The governor assured me that he will do everything in his power to ensure that AJ receives the best possible care.”
Eddie Hearn, chairman of Joshua’s promotional company Matchroom, was among those to offer condolences as the tragic news of their deaths broke. “With the heaviest heart,” he wrote in an Instagram post.
“Two great men. Rest in eternal peace, Sina and Latz. My thoughts and deepest prayers are with everyone.”
Joshua’s uncle, Adedamola Joshua, also spoke out following the devastating news of the crash and revealed that despite visiting numerous hospitals, he was unable to locate his nephew.
“We didn’t know in time that he was involved in an accident. It was a really unpleasant shock for the family because it was not the first time he had come to visit his family in Sagamu,” he explained.
“Anthony Joshua may even come home three or four times a year. We felt very bad because it’s the end of the year, which is usually a time for joy and bonding with each other. It’s really unfortunate.”
“This melancholy news has shocked the Sagamu community and everyone is in shock so far. People have been calling family members to commiserate with us and get updates.”
“Since the incident, we have been gathering strength to see if it will be possible to see our son, but it is impossible due to his status, we do not know which hospital he was taken to and we understand that this is being done to protect him as a world figure.
“However, we have contacted his father and mother, who are also in Nigeria, and they have assured us that Joshua is fine. We also think he will be fine if they allow it, even if only three family members see him. We are all looking forward to seeing him, but for now we will continue to respect the will of the authorities to keep him safe and sound.”
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Xander Zayas vs Jaron Ennis – Odds and Betting Guide
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June 23, 2026
Jaron Ennis is the bookmakers’ main favorite to defeat Xander Zayas in their highly anticipated world title clash on Saturday in Brooklyn.
Ennis challenges Zayas for the WBO and WBA super welterweight belts at the Barclays Center live on DAZN pay-per-view.
The undefeated resident of Philadelphia enters the game as the favorite on February 11 Bet365 give the 23-year-old his first professional defeat and become world champion in two weight categories.
“Boots” has stopped 31 of his 35 opponents, including Uisma Lima in his 154-pound debut in October, and is expected to stop the Puerto Rican on 20/21.
The 28-year-old last covered this distance in 2024, and a decision victory is valued at 13/2.
Even though Zayas has taken over as unified champion, he is an underdog Bet365 at 15/04.
Man from San Juan defeated Abass Baraou by split decision will add the WBA belt to his WBO crown in January and his best chance of victory is rated at 13/2 by decision, while success in the shock break is rated at 14/1.

Full Bet365 odds
The result of the fight
- Xander Zayas will win the fight: 15/4
- Xander Zayas by KO/TKO/DQ: 14/1
- Xander Zayas by decision or technical decision: 13/2
- Jaron Ennis will win the fight: 11/02
- Jaron Ennis by KO/TKO/DQ: 20/21
- Jaron Ennis by decision or technical: 8/5
- Draw or technical draw: 14/1
Round bets
Xander Zayas
- Win in round 1: 100/1
- Win in round 2: 100/1
- Win in round 3: 100/1
- Win in round 4: 100/1
- Win in round 5: 100/1
- To win in round 6: 100/1
- To win in round 7: 80/1
- To win in round 8: 80/1
- To win round 9: 66/1
- To win in round 10: 66/1
- To win round 11: 66/1
- To win in round 12: 80/1
- To win by decision or technical decision: 6/1

Jaron Ennis
- To win round 1: 80/1
- Win in round 2: 50/1
- Win in round 3: 40/1
- To win in round 4: 28/1
- To win in round 5: 20/1
- To win in round 6: 16/1
- Win in round 7: 12/12
- To win in round 8: 1/11
- To win in round 9: 10/1
- To win in round 10: 10/1
- To win in round 11: 10/1
- To win in round 12: 1/11
- Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 7/4
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Lewis Crocker vs. Liam Paro – large fight preview and predictions
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June 23, 2026
On Wednesday, Lewis Crocker heads to Australia to defend his IBF welterweight world title against Liam Paro for the first time.
Crocker will face Paro at the Pat Rafter Arena in Queensland, live on DAZN in the UK and Kayo Sports in Australia.
Crocker (22-0, 11 KO) became world champion in September, defeating Paddy Donovan twice before winning the rematch by split decision.
Man from Belfast recorded his second victory over Donovan after the first victory in March last year, and his rival was disqualified for hitting him after the bell.
Paro (27-1, 16 KO) is trying to become a world champion in two weight categories, having previously reigned in the super-lightweight division.
The 30-year-old won the title with a unanimous decision victory over Subriel Matias in Puerto Rico before winning the belt in his first defense against Richardson Hitchins.
The Australian has since won twice, overtaking David Papot in his last appearance in September.

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Heavyweight Demsey McKean will look to continue his rebuild when he faces Liam Talivaa for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific title.
McKean (24-2, 16 KO) had his career cut miniature after a last-round loss to Filip Hrgovic, followed by a brutal first-round loss to Moses Itauma.
The 35-year-old southpaw returned to winning ways with back-to-back stoppage victories.
Talivaa (8-2, 4 KO) last won the IBF Oceania-Orient title, defeating Faiga Opelu by first-round stoppage.
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Vegas Larfield (13-1, 9 KO) can hand Shamal Ram Anuj (11-8, 8 KO) his fourth defeat in a row in a featherweight clash.
Heavyweight Nelson Asofa-Solomon (2-0, 2 KO) can secure a third straight knockout over debutant George Burgess, and Stevan Ivic (8-0-1, 2 KO) can do the same against Caleb Tialu (3-7, 3 KO), also a heavyweight.
Prospective super welterweight fighter Jack Javed (1-0) should overtake Lance McDonald (1-5-1, 1 KO).
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