WIGAN, UK, July 23, 2026 – As Anthony Joshua prepares to step back into the ring following one of the most challenging periods of his personal life, DAZN has selected long-time creative partner VOXY Media House to produce a 30-minute original documentary exploring his journey. More than a build-up to fight night, the film offers an intimate look at Joshua’s resilience, the people around him, and the emotional path that led him back to competition.
Following the devastating events of January and the loss of two of Anthony Joshua’s close friends, Sina Gham and Latif Ayodele, the documentary goes beyond boxing. It focuses on grief, perseverance and the strength required to move forward after profound personal loss.
Ryan Connor and Joe Mitchinson, founders of VOXY Media House, have spent more than ten years working closely with Anthony Joshua and his team, documenting many of the defining moments of his career. Their long-standing relationship with Joshua, combined with personally knowing both Sina Gham and Latif Ayodele through years spent around Team AJ, gave this production a deeper significance. Their aim was to tell this chapter of Joshua’s story with authenticity, compassion and respect.
Joe Mitchinson, Co-Founder of VOXY Media House and Director of Photography on The Come Back, said:
“Working with Anthony and his team for over a decade has allowed me to witness moments that most people never see. Knowing Sina and Lats personally made this documentary deeply meaningful for me. Every decision behind the camera was driven by a desire to tell Anthony’s story truthfully and respectfully, while doing justice to everyone involved.”
Building on a relationship established over many years, DAZN partnered once again with VOXY Media House to create a 30-minute DAZN Original documenting Anthony Joshua’s return to the ring. Directed by Ryan Connor and filmed by Director of Photography Joe Mitchinson, the production was created through exclusive access to Joshua and his camp, resulting in a cinematic and emotional portrait of the determination, mindset and resilience behind one of the biggest moments of his career.
The documentary features contributions from some of boxing’s most recognisable voices, including Eddie Hearn, Tony Bellew, Carl Frampton, Joshua’s first trainer Sean Murphy and comedian Rob Beckett. Together they provide personal insight into the individual behind one of Britain’s most celebrated sporting figures. Given the emotional subject matter, Anthony Joshua and Team AJ remained actively involved throughout the editorial process, with Joshua personally approving the completed film.
Ryan Connor, Co-Founder of VOXY Media House and Director of The Come Back, said:
“This project was much more than another documentary. From the very beginning, I knew it had to be handled with care and respect. Everyone who took part spoke from the heart, and I believe that honesty is what will resonate with audiences around the world. My hope is that people don’t just see Anthony Joshua returning to the ring. They see someone choosing to keep moving forward after one of the hardest chapters of his life. If this documentary helps anyone who is dealing with loss or their own personal struggles, then that’s a really special thing.”
Production took place across New York, Spain and London. The documentary will be available through DAZN’s platform, YouTube channel, broadcast outlets, FAST channels and social media, supported by an extensive PR and distribution campaign across the BBC, The Sun, national newspapers, boxing media and leading social publishers including LADbible, SPORTbible, JOE, UNILAD and Pubity.
The release represents another significant chapter in the ongoing partnership between VOXY Media House and DAZN. What started with the creation of social media content for Anthony Joshua has grown into the production of premium documentaries and branded campaigns featuring some of boxing’s biggest names, including Oleksandr Usyk, Deontay Wilder and others. Through privileged access and cinematic storytelling, the partnership continues to produce original boxing content that resonates with both dedicated fans and mainstream audiences.
Anthony Joshua vs Kristian Prenga will be broadcast live and exclusively on DAZN. Fans can stream The Come Back now on the DAZN platform and YouTube ahead of fight night for exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Joshua’s journey back into the ring.
The Come Back Documentary can be watched here via this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KeaJHRrLTSw&t=76s.
