Tragedy Sparks Tyson Fury's Comeback Decision

Tyson Fury cites Anthony Joshua's tragic car accident in Nigeria as a pivotal moment in his decision to return to boxing. Despite sustaining minor injuries, Joshua lost two team members in the crash. Fury's comeback marks his first fight since losing to Oleksandr Usyk in 2024.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 17-02-2026 08:01 IST | Created: 17-02-2026 08:01 IST
Tragedy Sparks Tyson Fury's Comeback Decision
Tyson Fury

In a striking revelation, Tyson Fury has identified the tragic car accident involving fellow boxer Anthony Joshua as the catalyst for his decision to re-enter the boxing ring. The accident, which took place in Nigeria, resulted in the loss of two of Joshua's team members.

Joshua, who is a former heavyweight champion, emerged with minor injuries from the crash, which led to the death of his strength and conditioning coach Sina Ghami and trainer Latif "Latz" Ayodele. Fury shared his insights during a press conference at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where he is set to make his comeback fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov.

Fury, 37, explained that the fleeting nature of life prompted him to return to the sport he loves. This bout will be Fury's first since his 2024 defeat by Oleksandr Usyk, marking another chapter in his illustrious career.

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