British boxer Anthony Joshua, who recently defeated Jake Paul in a Miami match, was involved in a car crash that killed two other passengers. Fans and peers were naturally concerned about the 36-year-old fighter and his condition following the accident, which took place in Nigeria on December 29, 2025, after pictures and videos of the incident circulated on social media.
Paul, 28, sent his regards to his opponent in a tweet after news of the crash made headlines. He wrote, “Life is much more important than boxing. I am praying for the lost lives, AJ and anyone impacted by today’s unfortunate accident.”
Below, get updates on Joshua’s condition following his harrowing car accident.
Life is much more important than boxing. I am praying for the lost lives, AJ and anyone impacted by today’s unfortunate accident.
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) December 29, 2025
Joshua is a professional boxer and former world heavyweight champion. The English fighter has competed in the Olympics and took home the gold medal at the 2012 London games.
On December 29, 2025, Joshua was involved in a car accident that killed two passengers. There were five people in the vehicle, per BBC.
According to a statement from the Ogun State Police Command obtained by ESPN, Joshua’s vehicle accident is under investigation.
