Renowned boxing promoter Frank Warren has voiced serious concerns about whether former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will ever step back into the ring, following a devastating road traffic accident in Nigeria.
A Tragic Incident on Nigerian Roads
The shocking news emerged on 29 December 2025, revealing that Anthony Joshua had been involved in a serious collision while travelling as a passenger on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The vehicle he was in collided with a stationary Sinotruck.
Tragically, the crash resulted in the deaths of two of Joshua's close friends and team members, Sina Ghami and Kevin 'Lateef' Ayodele. An official statement from Joshua's spokesperson confirmed the deaths, requesting privacy for the grieving families.
Warren's Worries Over Joshua's Future
Speaking to ITV News on 30 December, Frank Warren, who has managed legends like Ricky Hatton and Joshua's rival Tyson Fury, shared his fears for AJ's wellbeing. While hoping Joshua had escaped significant physical injury, Warren highlighted the profound psychological impact of such a traumatic event.
"This is an awful time for everyone involved and hopefully AJ has come out of it physically well," Warren stated. "But mentally is another issue. I don't even know if he'll have the appetite to fight again or if he will fight again, that is something that only time will tell."
Boxing World Rallies in Support
The wider boxing community has united in offering condolences and support. Tyson Fury, whom Warren also manages, paid tribute on Instagram the day after the crash, writing: "This is so sad. May god give them a good bed in heaven." He added a poignant reflection on the fragility of life.
His brother, Tommy Fury, and fellow boxer Shannon Courtenay also shared heartfelt messages of sympathy for the victims' families and for Joshua during this difficult period.
The incident has cast a shadow over the sport, leaving fans and pundits alike to wait and see if Anthony Joshua can, or will want to, resume his storied boxing career after such a personal tragedy.
