Anthony Joshua is fully committed to his upcoming fight against Jake Paul and has already made the trip to Miami to adjust to the time zone. The former two-time unified heavyweight champion has been out of action since his knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in September 2024. Following a period of recovery from injury and elbow surgery, Joshua is now back in training and preparing for his return to the ring.
The announcement of Joshua’s matchup with Paul took many by surprise. The highly anticipated fight is scheduled to take place in Miami, Florida, on December 19. It will consist of eight three-minute rounds with both fighters using 10oz gloves.
While Joshua is favored to win against the YouTuber-turned-boxer, he is not underestimating his opponent. Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s boxing promoter, has confirmed that Joshua is in Miami and in top form for the upcoming bout, treating the fight with the same seriousness as a world title match.
The heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul is set to stream live on Netflix on December 19. Fans can access the fight for free through Sky’s £15 Essential TV bundle, the lowest price ever offered by Sky TV.
Hearn revealed that Joshua has been instructed to weigh no more than 245lb for the fight, a requirement that may necessitate Joshua to shed some weight. Hearn admitted to exaggerating Joshua’s weight during negotiations but assured that Joshua is on track to meet the set limit.
The fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul is scheduled for December 19 in Miami, just days before Christmas. The event is expected to begin around 11pm local time, catering to the American audience, with live coverage on Netflix.