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Anthony Joshua’s Last Instagram Story Takes On Tragic New Meaning After Car Crash

On December 19, Joshua knocked Jake Paul out in the sixth round of their main event fight on Netflix. This was a massive outcome for Joshua, as there was a ton of pressure on AJ to defeat Paul, given the significant size, skill, and experience that the Olympic gold medalist and the two-time former heavyweight champion has over Paul.

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Terence Crawford names his toughest opponent and it’s not Canelo

When Terence Crawford announced his retirement through a video released by The Ring Magazine, the boxing world paid tribute, with many calling him a pound-for-pound great.

Amanda Serrano News / ESPN / December 29

Amanda Serrano: Next fight, boxing record and more

Amanda Serrano is a featherweight boxer with 47 wins, 4 losses and 31 knockouts.

Anthony Joshua News / Larry Brown Sports / December 29

Anthony Joshua injured in fatal car crash

Anthony Joshua suffered minor injuries in a fatal car crash in Nigeria on Monday. Joshua was a passenger in a Lexus SUV on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway in Nigeria when the vehicle struck a stationary truck while overtaking, according to Nigeria’s Federal Road Safety Corps.

Anthony Joshua News / Field Level Media / December 29

Boxer Anthony Joshua hurt in fatal crash in Nigeria

Former heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua sustained minor injuries in a car accident on Monday in Nigeria that claimed two lives, authorities confirmed.

Jake Paul News / 5 GOATs / December 29

Anthony Joshua injured in fatal car crash days after fight against Jake Paul

On Monday, heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua suffered minor injuries in a car accident in Nigeria that left two people dead. Joshua was in the backseat of the vehicle when it crashed.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 29

Oleksandr Usyk's Manager Reveals Targeted Date And Location For Deontay Wilder Bout

Oleksandr Usyk's next opponent is yet to be confirmed, as the Ukrainian was sidelined with an injury following his July 2025 bout against Daniel Dubois.

Anthony Joshua News / Big Fight Weekend / December 29

Anthony Joshua ‘rescued alive’ following fatal car crash on December 29

Anthony Joshua returned to professional boxing on December 19, stopping Jake Paul in the sixth round of their clash on Netflix. Just 10 days after that victory, reports have surfaced that Joshua has been injured in a car crash, while in Nigeria.

Boxing News / ESPN / December 29

Anthony Joshua injured in fatal car crash in Nigeria

Anthony Joshua was involved in a car crash in Nigeria on Monday that resulted in two fatalities, local police have confirmed to ESPN. The boxer reportedly has suffered only minor injuries.

Boxing News / ESPN / December 29

Anthony Joshua in car crash in Nigeria, two killed

Anthony Joshua was involved in a car crash in Nigeria on Monday that resulted in two fatalities, local police have confirmed to ESPN. The boxer reportedly has suffered only minor injuries.

Anthony Joshua News / Yardbarker / December 29

Anthony Joshua involved in fatal car crash in Nigeria

The former two-time unified world heavyweight champion had been in Nigeria since his Dec. 19 fight against Jake Paul in Miami.

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Boxing News / HITC / December 29

Terence Crawford was once floored by an unbeaten opponent he rated above Canelo Alvarez

While Terence Crawford has never officially hit the canvas, there are a few who might argue otherwise. Coming off a historic year at age 38, ‘Bud’ is widely regarded as the top pound-for-pound fighter in the sport.

Boxing News / FirstSportz / December 29

Terence Crawford Mocks $25,000 Gambling Mistake During Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua’s brutal knockout victory over Jake Paul quickly dominated combat sports discussion, primarily driven by Paul’s polarizing reputation and mainstream visibility.

Amanda Serrano News / BoxingNews.com / December 29

Amanda Serrano Vs. Reina Tellez Breakdown

Amanda Serrano will defend her WBA, WBO, and IBO featherweight titles against Reina Tellez on January 3, as we preview the upcoming fight. Serrano was meant to face Erika Cruz, but the latter’s VADA test returned an “atypical” result for clenbuterol.

Jaron Ennis News / BoxingNews.com / December 29

Ortiz Vs. Ennis Remains In The Balance

A fight between Vergil Ortiz Jr. and Jaron Ennis may not happen, with promoter Eddie Hearn now giving the fight only a “better than 50-50” chance of taking place.

Terence Crawford News / Dice City Sports / December 28

Terence Crawford Reveals His Most Comfortable Weight Class

When Terence Crawford first floated the idea of jumping to 168 pounds to face Canelo Alvarez, the boxing world reacted with disbelief. Not because of Crawford’s talent that was never in doubt but because of the risk.

Boxing News / MMA Weekly / December 28

Anthony Joshua offered world title fight ahead of rumored Tyson Fury clash

Many advised against it, but it seems Anthony Joshua accepting a fight with Jake Paul, and his subsequent victory, has opened up several doors for the heavyweight boxer.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / December 28

Terence Crawford reveals the hardest fight of his career and it’s not Canelo Alvarez

Following his shock retirement from the sport, Terence Crawford has revealed who gave him the hardest fight of his career. This past September, Terence Crawford beat Canelo Alvarez to become the new super middleweight champion, in what was one of the biggest fights of the century.

Manny Pacquiao News / Bloody Elbow / December 28

Manny Pacquiao was called a ‘cocky little fighter’ in wild brawl that left opponent brutally injured

One of the craziest fights of Manny Pacquiao’s career took place 29 years ago today. Pacquiao’s illustrious tenure in the ring has been full of memorable victories and fights against some of the other biggest stars in boxing history.

Amanda Serrano News / Big Fight Weekend / December 28

Amanda Serrano vs Reina Tellez – Preview, betting odds and fight card

On January 3, at the Coliseo Roberto Clemente, San Juan, Amanda Serrano vs Reina Tellez headlines a Most Valuable Promotions card, live on DAZN. They will meet for Serrano’s WBO/WBA featherweight titles.

Boxing News / KO on SI / December 28

Oleksandr Usyk Congratulates Naoya Inoue After Record-Setting Title Defense

Naoya Inoue might have made a fan out of Oleksandr Usyk with his latest title defense. Inoue improved to 32-0 on Saturday with a lopsided decision win over David Picasso to retain the undisputed super bantamweight title.

Mike Tyson News / HITC / December 28

Mike Tyson was once snubbed by his ex-trainer when naming the hardest hitter of his career

Despite being known as one of the hardest hitters in boxing history, Mike Tyson was once overlooked by a trainer who picked someone else as the strongest fighter he had worked with.

Naoya Inoue News / Dice City Sports / December 27

Naoya Inoue Cruises To Easy Unanimous Decision Victory

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — In a masterclass built on precision, poise, and punishment, Japanese icon Naoya Inoue cruised to a 12-round unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Alan Picasso to retain his Ring and undisputed junior featherweight championships Saturday night at Mohammed Abdo Arena.

Junto Nakatani News / Dice City Sports / December 27

Junto Nakatani Shows Grit In Victory

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — In his long-awaited junior featherweight debut, Junto Nakatani didn’t quite deliver the explosive statement suggested by his “Big Bang” nickname but he did enough to remain unbeaten.