Nigerian-British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua paid an emotional tribute to his late friends and trainers, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, after producing a dramatic comeback to defeat Kristian Prenga by second-round knockout.
Joshua endured a difficult start to the contest, suffering two knockdowns before recovering to stop Prenga in emphatic fashion during the second round, underlining his resilience and determination inside the ring.
Speaking after the fight, the former two-time world heavyweight champion dedicated the victory to Ghami and Ayodele, describing the triumph as a tribute to two people who played significant roles in his life and career.
The emotional dedication came moments after Joshua had overcome early adversity to deliver a commanding finish, with the victory marking another important milestone in his return to the ring.
Joshua’s performance was widely praised for his composure under pressure, as he bounced back from the early setbacks to secure an impressive knockout and honour the memories of those he said continued to inspire him.
