Anthony Joshua has become one of the wealthiest athletes in the United Kingdom, overtaking fellow sports stars Harry Kane and Tyson Fury in personal wealth.
This new standing comes from the latest edition of the Sunday Times Rich List, which places the British-Nigerian boxer among the top earners under 40.
The story unfolded as Joshua’s net worth jumped from €208 million to €232 million in just one year. His financial success puts him in 24th place on the list of Britain’s richest people under 40, ahead of Kane, who sits at €117 million, and Murray, whose value is estimated at €128 million. Fury, while earning more in the previous year, still trails Joshua in overall net worth due to Joshua’s long-term endorsement deals and business investments.
The reason Joshua’s fortune has grown so quickly is linked to his massive paydays from high-profile boxing matches and lucrative sponsorship deals. His last fight against Francis Ngannou brought in an estimated €35 million. Even after a knockout loss to Daniel Dubois, he reportedly earned around €29 million from that bout, thanks largely to pay-per-view revenue. These figures show how consistent earnings, not just single large paydays, have built Joshua’s fortune.
The development affects the sports world by reshaping how wealth is measured among elite athletes. While Tyson Fury may have topped earnings for a single year with around €137 million, Joshua’s brand and business interests have helped him maintain a more stable financial trajectory. His strong presence in endorsements has also placed him alongside names like Jake Paul as one of the top boxing endorsers in the world.
The public learned of Joshua’s financial rise through the Sunday Times Rich List, a well-known annual report that tracks the net worth of the UK’s wealthiest people. Alongside Joshua, Rory McIlroy was revealed to be the richest athlete under 40, with a fortune of €304 million, mainly boosted by recent wins on the golf course.
The impact of this news is likely to boost Joshua’s appeal to sponsors and promoters. With his wealth now a headline in itself, brands may see even more value in partnering with him. While he’s not currently ranked among the world’s top 20 highest-paid athletes, his steady income from both sport and sponsorships keeps him firmly in the spotlight.
What happens next for Joshua remains to be seen. Talks of a rematch with Dubois are still in the air, though injuries may delay his return to the ring. Regardless, his financial status continues to grow, proving that his influence goes far beyond boxing. Whether or not he reclaims a title soon, his place among the UK’s richest athletes is now firmly secured.