George Groves has expressed his belief that boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has betrayed Anthony Joshua and suggests the heavyweight should consider withdrawing from his upcoming fight with Jake Paul.
The former two-time heavyweight champion is set to face the YouTuber-turned-boxer in Miami, Florida, on Friday night in an eight-round bout wearing 10oz gloves. The fight’s outcome will impact both fighters’ professional records.
Despite not having fought since his defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024, Joshua sees this fight as an opportunity to gain valuable experience before returning to competitive boxing in 2026.
Groves, a former super-middleweight champion, criticized Hearn for his handling of the situation, urging Joshua to back out of the fight just days before the event.
The highly-anticipated heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul is scheduled for December 19 in Miami, streaming live on Netflix. Groves voiced his strong opinion on the matter, highlighting the financial motivations of promoters and suggesting Joshua should reconsider his participation.
Despite doubts surrounding the fight, Joshua is focused and determined, vowing to give his best against Paul. He aims to secure a victory and looks forward to potential future matchups, including a potential showdown with Tyson Fury.
Joshua emphasized his competitive nature, stating his intent to win decisively. He recognizes the expectations placed on him but remains focused on his performance and the respect he holds for the sport of boxing.