Two Victims Involved in Anthony Joshua’s Nigeria Crash Identified as Coaches Sina and Latz

They were identified as Sina and Latz, two of Anthony Joshua’s closest team members who tragically lost their lives in a fatal accident on the Lagos‑Ibadan Expressway in Ogun State, Nigeria. Sina, Joshua’s strength and conditioning coach, had recently prepared him for his fight against Jake Paul two weeks ago, playing a crucial role in keeping him at peak performance. Latz, Joshua’s personal trainer and longtime friend, also died in the crash. He had been a trusted mentor, guiding Joshua through rigorous training sessions and supporting him throughout his career. A video circulating online shows the two arriving in Nigeria with Joshua shortly before the accident, making the sudden loss even more heartbreaking for the boxer and the wider boxing community. These are the two guys that were with Anthony Joshua both of them have now passed away 💔💔pic.twitter.com/db0dnVPWBl — honest30bgfan (@honest30bgfan_) December 29, 2025

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Ogun Police Confirm Anthony Joshua Safe and Sound After SUV Crash

Nigerian-born British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua is safe after surviving an SUV crash in Sagamu, Ogun State, on Monday. According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Oluseyi Bassey, Joshua, who was seated in the rear of the Lexus SUV, suffered only minor injuries and received first aid at the scene. The accident occurred around 11:00 a.m. in Makun, along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, near Danco Filling Station and the Sagamu Interchange on the Ibadan-bound side. The cause of the crash is still under investigation. Tragically, two other passengers in the vehicle died at the scene. Their bodies were taken to Livewell Hospital Morgue in Sagamu. The Ogun State Police Command extended condolences to the families of the deceased and assured the public that a thorough investigation is ongoing. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.

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Ogun Mourns Victims of Fatal Road Crash Involving Anthony Joshua

The Ogun State Government has expressed profound condolences to the families, friends, and associates of the victims of a tragic road accident involving world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua, who narrowly escaped death on Monday. The fatal accident occurred along the busy Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, within the Makun axis of Ogun State, and sadly claimed the lives of two persons. Anthony Joshua and three other individuals were reportedly travelling from Lagos to Sagamu at the time of the incident. Preliminary reports indicate that two male foreign nationals died on the spot. Their remains have since been deposited at the Livewell Morgue in Sagamu. Anthony Joshua and the driver of the vehicle were promptly rescued by security personnel attached to his convoy and taken to a hospital, where they are currently receiving medical attention. The sport utility vehicle conveying the occupants was said to have rammed into a stationary truck along the expressway. While the severely damaged vehicle has been evacuated to the Sagamu Motor Traffic Division (MTD) office, efforts are ongoing to tow the truck involved to the same location to facilitate a comprehensive investigation. The Ogun State Government describes the incident as deeply unfortunate and painful, particularly with the loss of precious lives, while others sustained varying degrees of injuries and are receiving medical care. Motorists are therefore urged to exercise utmost caution and adhere strictly to traffic regulations, especially during the festive season when vehicular movement is typically heavy. Road safety officers and other security agencies are also enjoined to intensify surveillance and enforcement efforts across the State to ensure the safety of lives and property. Our hearts go out to the bereaved families who lost their loved ones in this tragic incident, which the State considers a devastating loss. As we mourn collectively, we pray for the repose of the souls of the departed and for the speedy recovery of the injured. May Almighty God grant the families left behind the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.

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Anthony Joshua Hospitalised After Fatal Crash

Anthony Joshua has been hospitalised after sustaining ‘minor injuries ‘ in a deadly car accident in Nigeria, which claimed the lives of two individuals, shortly after 11am on Monday morning. Reports suggest that the ex-heavyweight champion was in a Lexus Jeep when it collided with a stationary lorry on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway in southwest Nigeria. The Daily Star’s sister paper the Daily Mirror reached out to Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, who is currently holidaying in the Caribbean and had just learned about the accident. Hearn believes Joshua to be alright and is en route to the hospital, but could not provide any additional details. Ogun State Police Command confirmed Joshua and other injured people have been taken to “an undisclosed hospital”. They also confirmed two individual’s had been killed as a result of the crash. Horrifying images of the aftermath were shared on social media, including Joshua, who was not wearing a top, in his Lexus Jeep looking dazed. According to local reports, four people were inside the Lexus at the time, while his security followed in a separate vehicle. Reports add that rescue efforts began immediately, with eyewitnesses flagging down passing motorists to assist. And local outlets added that officers from the Nigerian Federal Road Safety Corps arrived within minutes to secure the area. Footage, which was shared on social media, appears to show Joshua being helped out of the car before he is offered aid by bystanders who were quick to the scene to help. Joshua was then filmed wincing in pain before he was seen speaking to officials. The camera then pans in the horrifying clip, which goes on to show the wreckage and images of the victims of the crash on the ground. Joshua, who has family roots in Sagamu, a town in Ogun State, was in Nigeria after he defeated Jake Paul in their lucrative heavyweight match earlier this month.

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BREAKING: Anthony Joshua Involved in Road Crash on Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, Two Dead

World heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a road accident on the Lagos–Ibadan expressway at Makun, Ogun State, on Monday, according to sources. Eyewitnesses and first responders reported that the vehicle carrying Joshua collided with another car under circumstances that remain unclear. Two people were confirmed dead at the scene, while Joshua sustained minor injuries and was quickly attended to by rescue teams. A witness who helped with the evacuation said emergency personnel acted swiftly to remove the injured from the wreckage. The identities of the deceased have not yet been released. The crash site has been cordoned off by traffic officials and local police as investigations continue. Officers from the Federal Road Safety Corps and the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency were present to manage the scene. Social media quickly filled with messages from fans expressing concern for Joshua and condolences for the families of those killed. Authorities have not yet issued an official statement, and further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.

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Anthony Joshua To Take Home $74m After $66m Taxes From $140m Jake Paul Fight Payday

Anthony Joshua’s blockbuster payday from his exhibition fight against Jake Paul has been significantly reduced by taxes, highlighting the impact of international taxation on global sports earnings. Joshua reportedly earned $92 million from the Miami bout, part of a $184 million purse split equally between the two fighters—his largest single fight payout to date. However, U.S. federal taxes are expected to claim about 37 percent of his earnings, roughly $52 million. On top of that, he faces around $11.3 million in U.K. taxes and $2.8 million in National Insurance contributions, bringing his total tax bill to an estimated $66 million. With Florida imposing no state income tax, Joshua’s take-home pay is projected at approximately $74 million from a total gross of about $140 million tied to the fight and related revenue. In the ring, Joshua dominated the contest, knocking out Paul in the sixth round after a sustained assault. Jake Paul, a U.S. resident, faces a simpler tax situation, paying only in the U.S., allowing him to retain a larger portion of his earnings. The contrast underscores how residency and fight location can heavily influence a fighter’s net income. The fight comes at a pivotal moment in Joshua’s career. Earlier this year, he fell off Forbes’ 2025 list of the world’s top 50 highest-paid athletes. In 2024, he ranked 16th with pre-tax earnings of around $83 million, boosted by four wins in the ring and endorsement deals with brands such as Under Armour, Beats by Dre, and Lucozade.

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Joshua Dominates Jake Paul With Sixth-Round Knockout In Miami

Anthony Joshua Knocks Out Jake Paul in ‘Embarrassing’ Fight

Anthony Joshua delivered a commanding display in Miami on Saturday morning, halting Jake Paul with a sixth-round knockout in their heavyweight showdown. Paul surprised some observers by surviving the early exchanges, but Joshua’s experience and raw power steadily took control of the fight. The turning point came in the fifth round, when the former world champion sent Paul to the canvas twice during a frantic sequence that left the American visibly shaken. Joshua closed the show in the following round, pressing forward and unleashing a barrage of heavy punches. Paul was unable to defend himself, forcing the referee to step in and bring the contest to an end. After the bout, Joshua shifted focus to his long-running rivalry with Tyson Fury, issuing a direct challenge. “Put down (your) Twitter fingers and put on some gloves and come and fight me.” Paul later confirmed he suffered a broken jaw in the fight. He avoided discussing his next move in the ring, instead saying he plans to take a break from boxing after the defeat, which is only the second loss of his professional career. Despite the result, Paul remains the WBA’s No. 14-ranked cruiserweight and has recorded notable wins in recent outings. He dominated a 58-year-old Mike Tyson in a bout streamed on Netflix in November 2024 and followed it up by outpointing 39-year-old Julio Cesar Chávez Jr. in June.

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Usyk Warns Anthony Joshua Could “Kill” Jake Paul in December Showdown

Oleksandr Usyk has issued a serious warning ahead of Jake Paul’s highly anticipated fight with Anthony Joshua on December 19 in Miami, suggesting the YouTuber-turned-boxer could face a dangerous challenge. The former undisputed heavyweight champion, who has battled Joshua in two grueling bouts, pointed to the vast gap in size and experience between the fighters. Recent weigh-ins show Joshua outweighs Paul by 52 pounds and stands five inches taller, a difference Usyk believes is significant. “If Anthony Joshua wants, he will kill this guy,” Usyk told Boxing Scene. Usyk compared the two fighters’ careers, emphasizing Joshua’s accomplishments versus Paul’s rapid rise in boxing. “Anthony Joshua is an Olympic champion, first. Jake Paul, yeah, a sportsman, a YouTuber, a showman. Joshua is Rolls-Royce; Jake is a Fiat. Listen, it’s true. It’s just true… Yes, I will pray for Jake Paul. Because I want to fight with Jake Paul in the octagon,” he added. Having faced larger opponents himself, Usyk knows the challenges of moving up in weight. He dominated the cruiserweight division before stepping into heavyweight, eventually becoming an undisputed champion twice, often giving away size and weight. Still, he stressed that Paul’s journey is nothing like his own. Before turning professional in 2020, Paul had only one amateur white-collar bout, while Joshua had already secured Olympic gold and unified heavyweight titles. Recently, Usyk met Paul in what appeared to be a playful hint at a potential MMA fight, though any future plans will depend on Paul navigating what many expect to be the toughest fight of his career at the Kaseya Centre. Paul comes into the bout with a 12-1 record, mostly against aging or limited opponents, with his only loss to Tommy Fury in 2024.

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