Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua is a British professional boxer and former unified world heavyweight champion who has become one of the biggest names in combat sports. Born in Watford, Hertfordshire, to parents of Nigerian descent, Joshua did not take up boxing until he was 18 years old. Despite his late start, his natural talent and dedication saw him rise rapidly through the amateur ranks, culminating in a gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics in the super-heavyweight division, a moment that catapulted him to national fame in the United Kingdom.

Joshua turned professional in 2013 and quickly became the most talked-about heavyweight prospect in boxing. He won the IBF heavyweight title in 2016 by stopping Charles Martin, and went on to unify the WBA, IBF, and WBO titles with a dramatic eleventh-round knockout of Wladimir Klitschko at Wembley Stadium in 2017, in front of 90,000 fans. This fight is widely considered one of the greatest heavyweight bouts of the modern era and established Joshua as a global superstar.

Joshua’s career has included both extraordinary highs and notable setbacks. He suffered a shocking upset loss to Andy Ruiz Jr. in June 2019, losing all his titles, but demonstrated remarkable resilience by winning the rematch six months later in Saudi Arabia. He subsequently lost his titles to Oleksandr Usyk in consecutive fights in 2021 and 2022. Rather than retiring, Joshua rebuilt his career and continued fighting at the highest level, delivering impressive knockout victories that kept him relevant in the heavyweight division.

As of 2026, Anthony Joshua’s net worth is estimated at $60 million. His wealth extends well beyond his fight purses, which have included paydays exceeding $50 million for single bouts. Joshua has been one of the most marketable athletes in British sports, securing lucrative endorsement deals with brands like Under Armour, Sky Sports, Beats by Dre, and Jaguar Land Rover. He has also made investments in property, technology startups, and his own promotional brand, positioning himself for lasting financial success beyond his boxing career.