Anthony Joshua outranks Tyson Fury in 2026 Sunday Times rich list
Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has been revealed as the wealthiest active British athlete in the 2026 Sunday Times rich list, boasting a net worth of £240m.
The 36-year-old boxer sits significantly ahead of domestic rival Tyson Fury, who makes his debut appearance on the prestigious financial rankings with an estimated £162m fortune.
The two heavyweight giants are scheduled to finally meet in the ring later this year in a highly anticipated bout that is expected to further boost both fighters’ monumental earnings.
Boxing giants dominate active rankings
Joshua owes his massive valuation to a string of lucrative world title fights and immense commercial appeal since capturing Olympic gold at the London 2012 games.
His upcoming opponent has similarly profited from global stadium events, including a legendary trilogy of fights against American knockout artist Deontay Wilder.
The man known as the “Gypsy King” has also expanded his financial portfolio outside the squared circle through successful reality television ventures.
Kane leads active football earners
Away from the boxing ring, England men’s captain Harry Kane is currently the wealthiest active footballer on the list with a valuation of £110m.
The prolific striker recently enjoyed another outstanding domestic campaign, netting 55 times in 49 appearances to secure another Bundesliga crown for Bayern Munich.
Despite earning £420,000 per week in Germany, the national team skipper actually trails Ivan Toney’s reported £429,000 weekly wage at Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli.
However, the former Tottenham Hotspur talisman retains a superior overall net worth as he prepares to lead the Three Lions at this summer’s World Cup.
Retired stars maintain immense wealth
Sir Andy Murray matches Kane’s £110m valuation, demonstrating enduring financial power despite having stepped away from professional tennis two years ago.
The Scottish three-time Grand Slam winner accumulated his vast fortune through decades of top-level prize money and blue-chip endorsement deals.
While these individual athlete valuations are staggering, the broader sporting landscape is now headlined by the Beckham family, who have officially surpassed the monumental billion-pound threshold.