Anthony Joshua is scheduled to fight Jake Paul in a heavyweight boxing match before the end of the year, with the bout to be broadcast live on Netflix. The fight is planned for December in Miami. Originally, Jake Paul was set to face Gervonta Davis, but that fight was canceled.
This matchup is seen as a significant event, with the 28-year-old Paul facing the 36-year-old former heavyweight champion Joshua. Joshua, who last fought in September 2024, views this fight as a potential warm-up for a future bout with Tyson Fury. Paul, known for fighting former MMA stars, has a professional record that includes a loss to Tommy Fury.
Paul has previously expressed his desire to fight Joshua, citing perceived weaknesses. While Paul has recently fought at cruiserweight and faced an aging Mike Tyson in the heavyweight division, Joshua carries a substantial size advantage, having weighed significantly more in his last fight. Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn, indicated that a fight with Paul would be the most likely scenario if Joshua were to compete again this year on short notice.
Paul's business partner, Nakisa Bidarian, has stated that the fight will be treated as a professional bout, acknowledging the experience g... download the app to read more
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