Anthony Joshua is fully committed to his upcoming fight against Jake Paul and has already arrived in Miami to acclimate to the time difference. The former two-time unified heavyweight champion has been out of action since suffering a devastating knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in September 2024. Following an extended period of recovery due to injury and subsequent elbow surgery, Joshua is now back in training and preparing for his comeback to the ring.
The announcement of Joshua facing off against Paul came as a surprise to many, with the high-profile bout scheduled to take place on December 19 in Miami, Florida. The showdown will consist of eight three-minute rounds, with both fighters using 10oz gloves. While Joshua is expected to dominate the match against the YouTuber-turned-boxer, he is approaching the fight with utmost seriousness, training as if he were competing for a world title.
Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s boxing promoter, has confirmed that Joshua is in Miami and looking sharp ahead of the lucrative event. The heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul will be live-streamed on Netflix, accessible to fans through Sky’s £15 Essential TV bundle, the platform’s most affordable offering to date.
Hearn mentioned that Joshua must meet a specific weight requirement of not exceeding 245lb for the fight with Paul. Despite initial concerns about Joshua’s weight, it seems that he is on track to meet the agreed-upon limit without significant difficulty. Hearn revealed that negotiations for the fight involved some miscommunication regarding Joshua’s weight, but all issues have been resolved leading up to the event.
The much-anticipated fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul is set to take place in Miami on December 19, just days before Christmas. The fighters are expected to enter the ring around 11 pm local time, translating to 4 am UK time. Fight timings are typically adjusted to suit the American audience and may vary based on the undercard duration. The event will be broadcast live on Netflix for viewers to enjoy.