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Anthony Joshua to Return to Boxing After Tragic Accident

2/20/2026

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Anthony Joshua is set to return to boxing in July after a December car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his close friends.
Promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed Joshua will not fight Tyson Fury next due to his recovery.
Joshua was hospitalized after the accident and is expected to return to training soon.
Tyson Fury cited Joshua's accident as a significant factor in his decision to come out of retirement for his upcoming fight.
Hearn said a Fury bout remains possible but may not occur until late 2026 or early 2027.

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Anthony Joshua is set to return to boxing in July after a December car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his close friends.
Promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed Joshua will not fight Tyson Fury next due to his recovery.
Joshua was hospitalized after the accident and is expected to return to training soon.
Tyson Fury cited Joshua's accident as a significant factor in his decision to come out of retirement for his upcoming fight.
Hearn said a Fury bout remains possible but may not occur until late 2026 or early 2027.