Anthony Joshua Surprises His First Boxing Coach

In the second of four videos ahead of his heavyweight title match against Wladimir Klitschko on 29 April at Wembley Stadium, Anthony Joshua goes back to Finchley ABC boxing club to surprise his old coach.
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[@edgarcamacho9567]

When AJ said, “Mate, Don’t Worry about nothing. This is something off my own chest, there’ll be a lot more to come, don’t worry about that”. That’s pure gold.

[@Mcfc2Rich]

You can talk about him being boring all you want. Integrity beats popularity.

[@aggakagandauff]

Kaine and he's still the most popular boxer in the world

[@talk2s5061X]

Exactly he doesnt need to thrown tables or swear and abuse ppl, a real man!

[@huggyb8101]

Kaine well said kaine totally agree with u mate..

[@SanjulaBandara]

Word

[@jammalkhan7528]

it's impossible to hate this guy

[@mikebeard9270]

Jammal Khan I hate him.

[@jammalkhan7528]

Mike Beard thanks for informing me

[@mikebeard9270]

Jammal Khan Had to prove your statement wrong. Man is a fake.

[@bahumbug101]

Glad you sorted this out then Mike, thanks for telling us. Guess he's been outed....the Klitschko fight is off then.

[@dozecrude7082]

Cause you're broke

[@boxing4449]

Anthony Joshua is a hell of nice guy, I am not saying this because I watch this video, that guy got a nice heart

[@itsfredfool1361]

Agreed

[@Aerochalklate]

remember that vid where he shuts down an interviewer who was asking why he is so nice... he’s mean

[@lubosmith]

man its an act

[@esetaalaimalo8167]

Humbleness gets you on top of world,it wil take a great fighter r boxer top beat Joshua.

[@dd5615]

I mean apart from being a black supremacist and urging black people not to shop in white peoples business yeah he us a really nice guy...

[@voltaspeeder17]

I have deep admiration for people who remember who was there for them whey they needed help the most. And are now, whey they're successeful giving something back and helping them any way they can. RECPECT AJ!

[@robert-jank.9045]

voltaspeeder17 i

[@AAGamingHD123]

voltaspeeder17 it's spelt why not whey

[@naothi]

A.AGaming_HD Too much on them whey proteins 😃

[@davecarli1187]

Thats true bro.. Because of this.. Now I am his fan

[@matmatbure2544]

Discipline gud home training the Nigerian spirit part of him

[@mrpeaker12]

well done Joshua! never forget where you come from.

[@Aigalo72]

That shows good character remembering the people who were there for you when no one was

[@christopherzeller2098]

mrpeaker12 I

[@janekiprotich4195]

@@Aigalo72 yes great respect

[@JDWALLACE23]

What a role model. And what a guy for never forgetting those who started him 🙏

[@Wtfisahandle344]

Johnny 5 steroids aren't bad only when abused

[@IngemarKenyatta]

Patient Zero And when illegal. Like in boxing

[@myajohal659]

Patient Zero you idiot he is not on steroids, he doesn't do any weights he is so big naturally that all the workouts and sessions have carved his body more muscularly. He has just been tested by the governing body 2 weeks ago and will be agin on the week off the fight and a urine sample taken on the day......

[@Wtfisahandle344]

Mya Johal I didn't say he uses please quote me where I said anything of the sort

[@IvyAndDaBeast]

This guy remember who help him from the bottom ..there's a lot of guy's out there soon they got famous they forget who help them..MUCH RESPECT FOR THIS DUDE FUCKIG RESPECT

[@tennnyyyyson]

What an honourable and humble man!

[@slice709]

Tee M if he was truly humble then he wouldn't let BBC document that and do it lowkey not to show everyone then it's true humble guy.

[@bdash3215]

Someone always has to complain about good deeds

[@lmt70402]

Tee M Having a record of a good deed isn't the absence of humility. However it enlightens and reminds others what to do when they get to the top.

[@bdash3215]

Preach

[@foolishsuckas]

The way AJ cracks up at his own joke "there's a contract on it saying you can't sell it within six weeks" 😂😂😂😂

[@pokerclown7922]

If that was genuine and no publicity stunt, then that was fantastic.

[@candykush3926]

You can tell its genuine, hes not thr type to do shit like this for publicity

[@crazydunker92]

If it was genuine there would be no cameras.

[@iTouchBroke1]

Pokerclown 79 He goes there often. My friend met him there last year when he went boxing.

[@pokerclown7922]

Outis? Really ? That's cool, he seems nice, good role model for kids to look upto.

[@kellsled]

crazydunker92 or maybe they wanted to capture a genuine gift from him and set an example

[@onetwo3344]

Very few fighters transcend boxing, sir anthony joshua may god preserve you my brother, your a real 1

[@TheSquad4life]

This dude gives you humble vibes one could be wrong but he gives off such a genuine happy go lucky vibe. Hope he goes far and becomes legendary

[@Neo-oq3rx]

Big respect to AJ. He didn't forget who helped him get where he is when he had nothing. A true sign of a good heart

[@fredomontana6476]

He's a multimillionaire and still humble

[@TonyEnglandUK]

It's good to see after decades of loud-mouthed boxers trashing their opponents.

[@simiemandla1542]

@@TonyEnglandUK same🙄😏

[@e46_ggg]

He's fake

[@FEDERALBEREAUOFIMCOMPENTRNCE]

@@e46_ggg bruh u rlly wanna go down dat road

[@killmonger5422]

M. dot1 and you are broke

[@tombucci3015]

You see why i can't stop loving this guy... No matter where Life takes you....don't forget where you came from...

[@averyj5446]

AJ is an honourable man, he is a man who knows what is real and what is not, love the relationship he has with his immediate family.

[@sample.text.]

This is only part of what makes Anthony Joshua such a cool dude. Genuinely one of the nicest people i've ever met

[@zuba786]

hes is going to be a true legend

[@thesilvershota3091]

Nataviri Naulu Waqanivalu he’s beaten Ruiz now, he outmatched Ruiz in the second

[@gummamuhumza6446]

@@natavirinauluwaqanivalu1060 X2 BABY

[@jordan41212jc]

Joshua's personality is amazing always humble you gotta love him

[@user-fy3jr3ms2f]

AJ is a true champ and has a really big heart

[@fishing365]

Respect to you Anthony. Well done for that.

[@NadeemMalik-dv7dx]

never forget who was there for you when no one else was!!!

[@kellypullen1699]

Man who never forgets where he came from 👊

[@dsistudios8446]

This made me cry. Genuinely, I respect AJ. Heart of a champ.

[@amrick4523]

This man is a champion because of his heart more than anything else. I'm an Australian I look up to this guy more than any other person I know.

[@lindibosi4979]

Great man with a great heart!

[@kaiyeem]

Damn he's such a good man, by never forgetting those who helped him over the years, and now he's able to take care of them. America loves AJ

[@johnbaays9635]

AV met Joshua twice and he is a genuine nice guy outside of the ring, I've met others including Haye who was only arsed about people buying his t shirts and other shit, Joshua looking after his coach is a credit to the man!

[@WeskerXM96E1]

"People who are there for you when nobody else was" That really resonates with me right now. Awesome gesture by AJ, i would do the same if i could i really would.

[@siemgabire8146]

" you were there when there was no one was around" well done AJ and good job coach for giving us this humble boxer

[@SON-OF-AFRICA1022]

THE GUY IS JUST A KINDHEARTED PERSON. NOTHING ELSE. THE HEART OF AN AFRICAN LION.

[@7x34hj]

Good man, AJ. A true Brit. Does not forget his own.

[@TonyEnglandUK]

I'm proud of AJ, superb ambassador for the sport and the country.

[@obadiahsvision8425]

ex-drug dealer and alleged steroid abuser. True brit indeed.

[@MoEyda]

@@obadiahsvision8425 *can't be a true legend unless you got haters*

[@obadiahsvision8425]

@@MoEyda ex-drug dealer and alleged steroid abuser=legend? lol

[@obadiahsvision8425]

@@MoEyda Legendary ducking skills is about all AJ has.

[@mahalaclarke273]

Top lad

[@donomondi]

Gratefulness is greatness

[@kuajohnbare4827]

AJ acknowledged his humble beginning..what a great champion

[@momentsandadventures3552]

Never forget how and where you started as a kid. A great lesson to be learnt demonstrated by AJ. Respect! A legend in the making!

[@DONMURATTHEDUKE]

Just another confirmation how great this man is . Always a pleasure to see this gentlemen box . Your seat is reserved my man , the seat of being a legend.

[@SummerJ200]

I just love AJ he's so real, so humble.

[@koso36ropati26]

im from New Zealand and this guy is just the Man he reminds of Ali just humble and a talented boxer but has that confidence. I don't see anyone beating him he just has a good head on his shoulders.

[@kanejoseph539]

Ali ain't humble!

[@Gull32]

Kane Joseph There's a difference between belief and humility

[@mrnice5227]

what a humble man whos come from notting and made it to the top

[@abdulrazakyussef3177]

that's nice gesture to your coach, Anthony Joshua. ''Also that gesture of respect to the Nigerian elders'', by prostrating to president Buhari....awesome, fantastic and charismatic.

[@mghanismail3164]

This shows how humble this man is...never forget his root..really admire this guy and have my upmost respect

[@wisdomendurance3886]

A river that remember it source, will never run dry. ... AJ, your aura commands a natural favour.

[@jhardworkpaysoff474]

Aj most exciting fighter in England

[@agee7777]

in the most exciting city, sheffield!

[@Sxm_8]

adam garrett Sheffield is boring a fuck

[@agee7777]

or you're boring as

[@overthewebb]

Britain please, if you English are gonna claim Murray for Wimbledon and rightly so btw,. Us Scots should also be allowed to claim AJ also. He fights for the UK. I mean that in the best way.

[@GnarlyFlix]

JAontheway 07 Frank Bruno was

[@madukaaustin9931]

Respect AJ. good to remember those that help you.

[@michaelappiah-nkrumah5071]

This is so nice.....am sure its cos of such kind gestures that has made him great at a young age. Respect to you man.......AJ. Praying for you always

[@2.fresh767]

Respect, in very short supply now a days. A.J. not forgetting where he came from.

[@alexissanchez681]

Don't forget your roots!

[@beejay5967]

Alexis Sanchez AJ never forget is from Yoruba Nigerian Ogun state, but he was born in British actually he can claim the 2country Nigerian British

[@sexymusaysay1713]

The end of the video brings me to tears. Such a kind humble soul. I love you Joshua. The sky will be your limit.

[@roselpadilla]

Damn, this was beautiful. Goes to show how important community is.

[@ht3oldnavy]

Thats awesome when your able to give back to the people who set you on the path to greatness.

[@johnliver984]

Mate that was straight from the heart! This kid is going places and taking his "famalia" with him. Respect.

[@thea-sidepodcast2079]

Really don't get how anyone can hate this guy! Class.

[@e92ecfpizy80]

brother Hart is in the right place never forgotten were he came from what a inspiration

[@chantellewhite7378]

always remember the ones that help you. AJ you are a testament to what a gentleman should be.

[@metintsenawatme2675]

that well done bro.. never forget who taught him from noone to someone big today.. Respect to u man...

[@blakesteele7800]

I believe Joshua will go down as one of the greatest boxing legends in the 21st Century

[@lexjones4733]

this is pure love and respect, AJ could have forgotten about him and moved on but the fact that AJ got him a nice car and took time out to visit him and also said this is something small off my chest, there's a lot more to come just shows me how much of a big man AJ is and much of a big heart he's got.

[@abinthemix]

aj is the main guy in boxing now....yet he's so humble...he's only just started to make big money and he's giving back already....hope he becomes a billionaire💪 $$$$💪

[@KREEPYKRAWLLY]

this is what it is all about, when you come up, bring up everyone that has been there for you

[@pinkypoos5651]

What a beautiful specimen of a man . Inside & out

[@relativepointsnow2574]

why we love this man..such an awesome person.

[@tejaanmusic8357]

Awww....That's so sweet of AJ.God bless you.

[@TheKing-hq1gd]

Joshua such a good man and really good boxer a beast who knock out everyone you will go far god bless ya mate.

[@ellesam3348]

This guy is amazing!!!!

[@amilcar-poditerra4315]

You got to love AJ! Heart of gold. Big up to my man AJ

[@michael2305]

Absolutely brilliant guy ... hard worker, fierce fighter, true gentleman! LEGEND!

[@abdulaziztheghost7335]

Touching heart gift 🎁 bro amazing 😉 who was there for you when nobody was

[@Tibor19921]

Refreshing to see something like this, beautiful gesture.

[@tajinderchaggar378]

Making of a superstar legend. This guy will reach the heights of Ali. It is not just what he does inside the ring that will cement his place in history. Great person, greatest respect in how he handles himself.

[@fordsonhigh23]

Remember the people who helped you achieve your goal. Never forget that. Those people care

[@troyjackson9610]

Well done Anthony Joshua. This makes me Respect you.

[@imsfitnesshealth8689]

What a man loyalty right there being rewarded

[@ssonkocharles4639]

Thanks bro for that spirit of remembering

[@MixedMartialHelp]

Big respect to AJ for this! Champions heart!

[@markskeggs9773]

Nice to see true genuine man who hasnt forgetten his roots goodluck for future Antony

[@fazer12779]

200k views & only 3k likes wtf. Good on you Anthony Joshua for showing appreciation to the man that helped carve your successful career. Well done.

[@MrCOUNTYCORK]

Respect for a man that stays loyal, its a quality that is lost in many today. He remembered the man that was always there for him, and that's what counts

[@tuusharptuloose7275]

this is why AJ is a great man hungry and humble

[@keepit1thouznd762]

you could actually feel the humbleness and just genuine respect he has for others that looked after him when no one did.

[@badulaques1435]

After winning against Ruiz the second time, being 2 time unified wba wbo ibf ibo HW champion, he is even more of a legend

[@KhemitFinance]

"When it's all said and done. I'll never forget who's been there when no- one was"

[@dorisbrown5190]

He remembered where he came from, great respect for you Joshua

[@mghazalli]

Joshua humble, chilled and having fun with his original peoples :)

[@tmmjppsn]

Must be the greatest and humblest boxer at this level...or maybe any level

[@farzadjahanfard]

Never forget where you are coming from and stay humble

[@koalsam1494]

Extremely good to see you doing this. God will continue to bless you you de Champion for ever.

[@PillSharks]

Showing your true colours Anthony! Great man and a great boxer.

[@Lawbosstv]

Lovely gesture....big heart, which is why the Lord has blessed him so much.

[@leontravels555]

Much respect to AJ. This humility thing ain't common. Knowing where you come from and admiring the fact that you came from somewhere, and also someone got your feet started; it's really amazing. God Bless.

[@grayster111gray7]

Top man rooted bless u bro 👊

[@Concrete_rose00]

he has a good heart! what a kind man..

[@antionettemartinez2992]

What a class act ..true to his roots,stay humble and blessed...

[@tiamaria7036]

What a good lad, you always stay humble son. A big thumbs up from me

[@publichealth9470]

Gratitude is everything!

[@georgemafi263]

AJ...bro I'm totally speechless man...I've never seen a humble person in sports like you bro...All the best to your future brother

[@hanniballecterspsychiatris8613]

Good lad. Humble, and hungry.

[@abs7196]

“There’ll be a lot more to come, don’t worry about that”. Great stuff AJ!

[@kingofkidz]

Good man AJ, proper respect - remembering people who looked out for you coming up

[@bashiahmadi4221]

Very humble brother