Joshua: 'You never overcome it' after crash return

Anthony Joshua says perspective matters more than recovery as he prepares to return to boxing following a car crash. The heavyweight spoke about standing strong for the parents of those affected.

“You never overcome it but you gain perspective in life. Life is humbling at times. You never know one's fate. As a soldier, I stand strong for their parents first and foremost.”

— Anthony Joshua, via BBC Sport

What Anthony Joshua said

Joshua has not fought since his knockout win over Francis Ngannou in March 2024. The former unified heavyweight champion is targeting a comeback later this year after the incident that saw him step away from training. He holds wins over multiple world champions but has yet to secure a route back to a title shot.

What it moves

Joshua's comments suggest he views the crash as a turning point beyond the physical. The heavyweight division remains in flux with no clear mandatory challenger emerging for the WBC or WBA belts. Joshua's next opponent has not been announced.

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