Anthony Joshua says boxing is 'therapeutic' after car crash

Anthony Joshua has no plans to step away from the ring following his recent car accident, describing the sport as therapeutic and giving fighters purpose.

“No because it's my purpose. Boxing is not only good for the competitive side of things, it's quite therapeutic. It gives us [fighters] purpose.”

— Anthony Joshua, via ESPN

What Anthony Joshua said

The heavyweight was involved in a car crash in the weeks after his loss to Daniel Dubois in September. Joshua told ESPN that boxing remains central to his life despite the setback, calling it more than a competitive pursuit.

What it moves

Joshua's comments suggest he will continue campaigning at heavyweight. The former unified champion has not announced his next opponent, but the statement makes clear he intends to fight on rather than walk away from the sport.

Source: espn.com. Full Anthony Joshua fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.