Anthony Joshua is preparing for his highly anticipated fight against Tyson Fury following a deeply challenging period in his personal life. The 36-year-old boxer recently endured the loss of two close friends, Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, who died in a tragic car accident in Nigeria in late December. Both Ghami and Ayodele were 36 years old at the time of their deaths. Joshua himself escaped the crash without serious injuries, but the incident has left a profound impact on him.

In a candid message shared on his Snapchat account, Joshua described the past nine months as the toughest time he has faced. He expressed his determination to keep moving forward despite the emotional toll, stating that he will continue until he “has no more gas to give.” The London 2012 Olympic gold medalist also pledged to support the families affected by the tragedy for the rest of his life.

Joshua, a father of two, has maintained a composed public demeanor throughout his career but acknowledged the struggle of overcoming this personal loss. In preparation for the forthcoming bout, he concluded a training session in Dubai, while his opponent, 38-year-old Tyson Fury, trained in Florida.

The two fighters are slated to meet in person for the first time at a press conference scheduled for Wednesday evening in West London. Their long-awaited match, described as a "Battle of Britain," is set to take place at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium in the early hours of December 12, with the fight expected to begin around 2 a.m. This event marks a significant moment in both athletes' careers and is eagerly anticipated by boxing fans worldwide.