From Boxing Ring To Lagos Streets: Anthony Joshua Connects With Fans, Ponders Future (Video)

365NEWS gathered that Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua recently took to the streets of Lagos for a jog, and it didn’t take long for fans to recognize the boxing star.

In a video he shared on X.com on Sunday, excited onlookers greeted him with cheers and fist-bumps as the boxer jogged down the street.

In his post, Joshua shared his thoughts on the support he receives from his fans.

“I love the game. I love the hustle. I feel like one of them ball players you know? Like Bird, Magic, James, Jordan, Kobe or something,” he wrote, comparing himself to basketball legends.

However, as Joshua reflected on his career, he also raised a question saying, “You know I got dough, I could leave the game… But if I leave… Are the fans still gonna love me, man?” he asked, adding, “I get love out here in streets man.”

Commenting on his post, Balogun Ridwan who tweets as #BalogunREADONE wrote, “AJ we are proud of you, you have got the street cred.”

#MichealNiiboi wrote, “Nice to see you in good spirits , you’ve been through a lot & have also achieved a lot , Africa loves you man, you represent us , much respect.”

#stevealton1 commented, “I think you have achieved enough in the sport, congrats. Fans come and go, giving is better than receiving. Share your knowledge and help people achieve their dreams, love conquers all.”

#simplysnipes similarly wrote, “Just try all your possible best to leave on a high, leave a legacy, invest and impact in the people.

“Give them a monument that will forever stays long after you’re gone. Legacy is the key! Invest in your people, invest in your country, Grow Nigeria.”

Watch video below:

𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎: 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐛𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬: 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐲 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐟𝐚𝐧𝐬, 𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞

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