Jake Paul has declared his intention to humiliate Anthony Joshua in their upcoming heavyweight battle next month. Recently, it was revealed that both fighters were finalizing an agreement to face off in December, surprising the boxing community with the confirmation that the match will take place just before Christmas. The fight is scheduled to run for eight three-minute rounds, with both men wearing 10oz gloves, and the outcome will impact their professional records.
Paul had a match scheduled against Gervonta Davis, but it was canceled after Davis faced serious allegations from his former girlfriend. Paul’s last fight was a decision victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in June. Despite criticism from many in the boxing world, Paul remains confident in his ability to defeat the two-time heavyweight champion, stating his intentions to knock out Joshua during a live broadcast on Netflix.
Anthony Joshua, who suffered a knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024 and has not fought since, sees this upcoming fight as a warm-up before his return to the ring in February. He aims to pursue a summer showdown with Tyson Fury after these bouts. Various personalities, including rising heavyweight Moses Itauma, have expressed skepticism about the match, questioning Paul’s decision to accept the challenge.
Paul is eager to silence his doubters by defeating Joshua and securing the opportunity to vie for a world title. Joshua, on the other hand, is determined to make a strong comeback and achieve record-breaking success in his future fights. The clash between Joshua and Paul is set to take place in Miami on December 19, with the event to be broadcast live on Netflix. Fight times may vary based on the undercard proceedings and are expected to cater to the American audience.