Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has paid tribute to Anthony Joshua's friends Sina Ghami and Latif 'Latz' Ayodele, who died in a car crash in Nigeria. British heavyweight Joshua sustained injuries but is stable and conscious in hospital, according to Ogun State Government. In addition to being long-term friends of Joshua, Ghami acted as his strength and conditioning coach, while Ayodele was a trainer. Retired cruiserweight world champion Tony Bellew posted on X: "Thoughts and prayers to the families of these men. Two-time undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, British former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury and former world champion Wladimir Klitschko have also offered condolences during the past 24 hours.

Source: Irish Examiner December 31, 2025 20:05 UTC