US EditionEddie Hearn drops update on Anthony Joshua's boxing return and potential Tyson Fury clash
- On Feb 19, 2026, Eddie Hearn said Anthony Joshua is expected to return to camp in the coming weeks and could fight this summer.
- The December crash in Nigeria killed two close friends, Sina Ghami and Latif 'Latz' Ayodele, leaving plans uncertain after Joshua's SUV collided shortly before Christmas.
- On scheduling, Hearn noted, 'Originally, the plan for AJ was for him to fight in March and then fight Tyson Fury in August. That's not happening'; Fury will face Arslanbek Makhmudov in April, with a Fury fight likely at year-end or early 2027.
- Given the risks, Hearn warned Anthony Joshua is not yet physically ready to return to camp, citing concerns over trauma and danger in every fight.
- A firmer plan now appears to be in place, with Joshua seen training in the Middle East and Hearn saying he is working toward a return later this year.
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Eddie Hearn reveals month for Anthony Joshua boxing return after car crash that killed two of his friends
Anthony Joshua has set his sights on returning to the ring in July, according to promoter Eddie Hearn, as the former heavyweight world champion continues his recovery from a devastating car accident.The collision near Lagos in December claimed the lives of two members of Joshua's inner circle: his long-serving strength coach Sina Ghami and personal trainer Latif "Latz" Ayodele.Joshua himself required hospital treatment over the New Year period b…
Anthony Joshua’s boxing return timeline comes into view after car crash
Joshua, who was involved in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his closest friends in December, is expected to return to camp in the next few weeks and could start fighting this summer, promoter Eddie Hearn revealed on Thursday.
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The Independent (US)Anthony Joshua could return sooner than expected after surprise Eddie Hearn update
Joshua was injured in a car crash in December, in which two of his teammates were killed
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