British boxer Anthony Joshua is “stable” and recovering in hospital after the car he was travelling in crashed in Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of two people. The former two-time unified world heavyweight champion is on holiday in Africa following his sixth-round knockout win over YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in Miami less than a fortnight ago. Anthony Joshua knocked out Jake Paul on December 19 (JC Ruiz/PA)A joint statement issued by the Governments of Ogun and Lagos States revealed Joshua and another man had been taken to hospital, where they are receiving treatment. Anthony Joshua is conscious and has been in communication with his family. “The Governments of Ogun and Lagos States are closely monitoring the situation and will ensure that the affected persons receive the best possible medical care.

Source: Irish Examiner December 30, 2025 10:06 UTC