Anthony Joshua has been hospitalized following a car accident in Nigeria that resulted in two fatalities. The incident occurred on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway when Joshua’s Jeep collided with a stationary truck. Reports indicate that the former heavyweight champion sustained minor injuries in the crash.
Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, confirmed the news while on holiday in the Caribbean, stating that Joshua was en route to the hospital and appeared to be okay. However, details of the incident were limited at the time.
According to local sources, Joshua was a passenger in the back seat of a vehicle involved in a two-car convoy. The convoy included a Pajero SUV and a Lexus SUV, with Joshua’s security detail following in another vehicle. Tragically, two individuals lost their lives in the accident.
Eyewitnesses described the sequence of events, noting that Joshua was seated behind the driver in the Lexus SUV when the crash occurred. Following the accident, emergency responders arrived at the scene to assist with rescue efforts.
Initial findings suggest that Joshua’s vehicle swerved into the truck after a tire burst, leading to the collision. Local authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Images from the scene show Joshua standing upright, and reports indicate that he is in stable condition despite suffering minor injuries. The 36-year-old boxer had been in Nigeria, where he recently participated in an exhibition fight in Miami, Florida, against Jake Paul.
Looking ahead, Joshua has hinted at significant plans for 2026 and has reignited his rivalry with Tyson Fury. The two heavyweight fighters have engaged in a war of words over the years but have yet to face off in the ring.
Following his recent victory, Joshua publicly challenged Fury to a future bout, expressing his eagerness to continue competing at the highest level. The boxing community eagerly awaits any developments regarding a potential showdown between the two prominent fighters.