Tyson Fury Reacts To Anthony Joshua’s Accident, Hint On Return To Boxing

British heavyweight boxer, Tyson Fury has broken his silence following the serious road accident involving long-time rival Anthony Joshua in Nigeria, as the former heavyweight champion also dropped a fresh hint about a possible return to the ring.

Naija News reports that Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal crash on Monday along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway in Makun, where two key members of his team, Kevin Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami, lost their lives.

The SUV carrying them reportedly slammed into a stationary truck, triggering scenes of devastation that have since grabbed the attention of the boxing world.

The police confirmed that Joshua escaped with what were described as minor injuries.

However, sources close to the 36-year-old have raised concerns that the extent of his injuries could be more serious than initially made public, especially after footage from the scene showed him wincing as he was assisted away from the wreckage.

Reacting to the tragedy, Fury took to Instagram to write: “This is so sad. May God give them a good bed in heaven.”

The message came only minutes after the 37-year-old appeared to tease a return to boxing in 2026, despite previously insisting he had retired for good last January.

Fury posted a photograph of himself with his sons, Prince and Johnboy, all wearing shirts bearing the message: “I’m back. Fury. My legacy. Old School.”

The timing of Fury’s post has inevitably fuelled speculation around a long-awaited showdown between him and Joshua.

A clash between the two dominant British heavyweights of the past decade had been widely discussed for 2026, particularly after Joshua’s recent comeback victory over Jake Paul. Those plans, however, now appear uncertain in light of the accident.

Joshua’s promoters, Matchroom Boxing, confirmed the deaths of Ayodele and Ghami in an emotional statement released on Monday night.

“It is with the deepest and most profound sadness that we confirm, following a road traffic accident in Lagos, Nigeria earlier today, the death of Sina Ghami and Kevin ‘Lateef’ Ayodele,” the statement read.

“Both were close friends and integral members of Anthony’s team.

“We respectfully ask that space and privacy be given to the families at this time while they process this truly shocking and devastating news.”

Earlier, officials in Nigeria confirmed that Joshua was awake and able to speak with his family after receiving medical attention. A spokesperson for the Ogun State Government said Joshua and another passenger were swiftly transferred to a specialist medical facility in Lagos.

“Following comprehensive clinical assessments, doctors have confirmed that both patients are stable and do not require any emergency medical intervention at this time,” the spokesperson said.

“Anthony Joshua is conscious and has been in communication with his family. A full medical team will continue to monitor them closely.

“The Governments of Ogun and Lagos States are closely monitoring the situation, and investigations into the circumstances surrounding the accident have commenced. We kindly request privacy for Anthony Joshua and his family at this time.”