“Anthony Joshua Breaks Down as He Buries His Inner Circle: Inside the Tragic Loss That Shook His World”

A Loss Beyond Boxing: The Tragedy That Rocked Anthony Joshua’s World

The world knows Anthony Joshua as a heavyweight champion, a man forged by discipline, power, and unbreakable will. But behind the belts and bright lights stood a small, loyal inner circle—men who shaped not just his body, but his life. On December 29, 2025, that circle was shattered.

A devastating road accident in Nigeria claimed the lives of Sina Ghami, Joshua’s strength and conditioning coach, and Abdul Latif “Latz” Kevin Ayodele, his trusted personal trainer. They were more than staff. They were brothers, confidants, and pillars of Joshua’s daily life.

What followed was not just a funeral—but a moment of collective grief that exposed the human cost behind elite sport.

The Journey Home: From Nigeria to London

After the tragic accident, the remains of Sina Ghami and Latz Ayodele were repatriated to the United Kingdom. Their final journey ended in London, where family, friends, and the wider boxing community gathered to honor two men whose influence extended far beyond the gym.

Sunday, January 4, 2026, became a day heavy with sorrow.

Janaza at Regent’s Park: A Silent Crowd, A Loud Grief

At 10:00 AM, mourners filled the London Central Mosque in Regent’s Park for the Janaza prayers. The atmosphere was solemn and overwhelming. Hundreds arrived—fighters, trainers, close friends, and supporters—standing shoulder to shoulder in silence.

Anthony Joshua was there, visibly grieving. No cameras needed to capture the weight of the moment. His posture, his stillness, and his presence spoke volumes. This was not a public appearance. This was a man saying goodbye to family.

Prayers echoed through the mosque, offering peace to the departed and strength to those left behind.

Final Resting Place: Sina Ghami Laid to Rest

Following the mosque service, the procession moved to Hendon Cemetery and Crematorium, where Sina Ghami was laid to rest. The burial was intimate, painful, and deeply emotional.

Ghami had been instrumental in Joshua’s physical transformation and longevity in the sport. His methods, discipline, and quiet dedication helped mold a world champion. To bury him was to bury a chapter of Joshua’s journey.

A Wake of Memories, Laughter, and Tears

Later that afternoon, family and friends gathered at the Cavendish Banqueting Hall in North West London for a wake that balanced sorrow with remembrance.

Stories were shared—some heartbreaking, others filled with laughter. It was a reminder that Sina and Latz were not defined by their deaths, but by the lives they touched. In that room, grief mixed with gratitude: gratitude for loyalty, friendship, and years of shared struggle and success.

More Than a Tragedy: A Stark Reminder

This loss is a brutal reminder that behind every global star are unsung heroes whose names rarely make headlines—until tragedy forces the world to notice.

For Anthony Joshua, the road ahead will look different. Training camps will be quieter. Victories will feel heavier. And every step back into the ring will carry the memory of two men who helped him stand there.

This was not just a funeral weekend.
It was the closing of a brotherhood—and the beginning of a painful new chapter.