Anthony Joshua is fully committed to his upcoming bout against Jake Paul, as he has already traveled to Miami to acclimate to the time difference. 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 injury and subsequent elbow surgery, Joshua is now back in training and gearing up for his return to the ring.
The announcement of Joshua facing Paul took many by surprise, with the scheduled showdown set to take place on December 19 in Miami, Florida. The fight is slated for eight three-minute rounds, with both fighters using 10oz gloves. While Joshua is heavily favored to win against the YouTuber-turned-boxer, he is leaving no stone unturned in his preparations, approaching the contest with the same seriousness as a world title fight.
Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s boxing promoter, has confirmed that Joshua is already in Miami and looking sharp for the highly anticipated event. The heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul will be available for live streaming on Netflix, accessible to fans through Sky’s £15 Essential TV bundle, the lowest price ever offered for Sky TV.
In regards to the fight specifics, Joshua has been informed that he must weigh no more than 245lb for the bout with Paul. Despite initial concerns about weight cutting, it appears Joshua is on track to meet the agreed-upon limit without significant issues. Hearn disclosed that negotiations involved some misinformation regarding Joshua’s weight, emphasizing the need for Joshua to come down in weight for the fight.
The match between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul is set to take place in Miami on December 19, just days before Christmas. The anticipated ring walk time is around 11pm local time, translating to 4am in the UK. However, the fight schedule is subject to adjustments based on the undercard duration. Viewers can catch the event live on Netflix, showcasing the exciting clash between the two fighters.