Anthony Joshua Opens Up About His Exciting Match with Jake Paul After Over a Year Away from the Ring

Published on November 17, 2025 at 02:29 PM
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ANTHONY JOSHUA has broken his silence following the announcement of his sensational bout with Jake Paul.

The in Miami on December 19.

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The fight will be worth a staggering £100MILLION and will be streamed live on .

It is over a year since AJ, 36, last stepped in to the ring as he took on fellow Brit at Wembley in September 2024.

Dubois completed a stunning knockout win over AJ after just five rounds.

The former two-time heavyweight world champion has now made a statement about his next fight with Paul.

AJ has insisted that he is keen to take part in opportunities that will do “massive numbers” and “break every record”.

He also shared some stern words for his rival and claimed he is going to “break” his face.

He said: “Jake or anyone can get this work. No mercy.

“I took some time out and I’m coming back with a mega show. It’s a big opportunity for me.

“Whether you like it or not, I’m here to do massive numbers, have big fights and break every record whilst keeping cool, calm and collected.

“Mark my words, you’ll see a lot more fighters take these opportunities in the future.

“I’m about to break the internet over Jake Paul’s face.”

AJ also took to social media after the announcement as he shared the fight poster.

He captioned the post: “He’s loco mhen.”

The fight will be a sanctioned professional heavyweight clash contested over eight three-minute rounds.

Illustration comparing boxing statistics between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul.

The boxers will have to wear 10oz gloves and a – AJ has weighed over 250lbs for his last five fights.

Fans have reacted to the fight and are worried about Paul’s .

Meanwhile, Paul, 28, has also shared some fighting words ahead of the bout and is backing himself to cause a massive upset.

He said: “This isn’t an AI simulation. This is Judgment Day.

“A professional heavyweight fight against an elite world champion in his prime.

“When I beat , every doubt disappears, and no one can deny me the opportunity to fight for a world title.

“To all my haters, this is what you wanted. To the people of the United Kingdom, I am sorry.”

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