Ryan Garcia has expressed skepticism regarding the anticipated heavyweight bout between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua. The scheduled fight is set to take place on December 19 in Miami, featuring eight three-minute rounds with both fighters wearing 10oz gloves. Paul, who last fought and won against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in June, had a previous match with Gervonta Davis canceled due to legal issues. On the other hand, Joshua, coming off a knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in September 2024, agreed to face Paul following a period of inactivity. Despite their recent press conference meeting in Miami, Garcia doubts the feasibility of the fight, citing size discrepancies as a major concern.
The highly-anticipated clash between Joshua and Paul is scheduled to be live-streamed on Netflix on December 19. The fight will be available for viewing through Sky’s £15 Essential TV bundle, offering fans access to the event at a discounted rate. Paul responded to Garcia’s doubts by questioning Garcia’s recent fights and achievements in the boxing world, highlighting tensions between the two fighters. Following the cancellation of Paul’s bout with Davis, Paul targeted Garcia for a potential match, but complications arose due to platform restrictions.
Nakisa Bidarian, representing MVP chief, revealed that DAZN declined the opportunity for Ryan Garcia to switch platforms for the fight, indicating a preference for Joshua over Paul in terms of marketability. The decision was based on the belief that Joshua would likely defeat Paul, making him a more valuable asset for the streaming service. The upcoming showdown between Joshua and Paul is expected to draw significant attention, with the fight scheduled just days before Christmas in Miami. The event’s live broadcast on Netflix is set to cater to a global audience, with the fight expected to begin around 11pm local time, accommodating viewers in various time zones.