In a deeply somber scene at Hendon Cemetery and Crematorium in North London, former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua was seen paying his final respects to his close friends and longtime team members, Sina Ghami and Abdul Latif “Latz” Ayodele. The two men, who were integral to Joshua’s professional success and personal life, were laid to rest following a tragic car accident in Nigeria that has left the boxing world in shock.
The day began with an emotional joint Janaza prayer at the London Central Mosque. The service drew a large crowd of mourners, including family members and associates from the sports community, all gathered to honor the memory of Ghami, Joshua’s strength coach, and Latz, who served as his personal trainer for many years. The atmosphere was one of profound grief as the community rallied around the families of the deceased.
Anthony Joshua, who survived the same horrific crash, appeared visibly shaken and somber throughout the proceedings. Dressed in dark attire and keeping a low profile, he stood quietly among the mourners, a stark contrast to the high-energy persona fans usually see in the ring. The loss of these two men is particularly heavy for the boxer, as they were not just employees but part of his inner circle who supported him through the highs and lows of his career.
The accident has sparked an outpouring of tributes across social media and the global boxing industry, with many acknowledging the vital roles Ghami and Latz played in shaping Joshua’s legendary conditioning and mental toughness. Their passing marks the end of an era for Joshua’s camp and highlights the personal toll behind the headlines of the recent tragedy.
As the funeral rites concluded, the focus remained on the families of the victims. Joshua’s presence at the burial, despite his own recent brush with death, spoke volumes about the bond they shared. It remains to be seen how this massive personal loss will influence Joshua’s path moving forward, but for now, the champion is clearly focused on grieving the brothers he lost.
