JAKE PAUL will go head-to-head with Anthony Joshua in Miami this December.
The time has finally come as the YouTuber-turned-boxer takes on the former heavyweight champion of the world in a clash that has everybody talking.
Jake Paul will face Anthony Joshua in a highly-anticipated clashCredit: Getty
Anthony Joshua returns to the ring for the first time since his loss to Daniel DuboisCredit: Getty
Paul, 28, was set to take on Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis in November, but after legal allegations against the lightweight world champion,
And after scrambling to find another opponent, in steps , 36, to make this one of the biggest fights of the year.
Joshua suffered defeat to last year and there has been plenty of talk around him fighting in what would be one of the most highly-anticipated British bouts in decades.
But, meanwhile, and he has now taken the controversial move to accept a lucrative offer to face the influencer.
As for the , who continues to make noise in the boxing world, this is by FAR his biggest test yet.
For the last few months, fans have been divided on whether this bout would even go ahead, or .
It is not just a social media star facing an ex-heavyweight world champion, there is also a massive weight difference between the two as Paul last weighed in at 200lbs and Joshua at 252lbs.
Many if Joshua throws haymakers like ones that have hurt Francis Ngannou and Wladimir Klitschko down the years.
But no doubt, fans in the millions will be tuning in to see exactly what happens.
When is Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua?
- The event is set for Friday, December 19 in the US.
- For British viewers, this fight takes place in the early hours of Saturday, December 20 due to the time difference.
- The action begins at 8pm ET or 1am GMT.
- Paul vs Joshua ring-walks are set for approximately 10:30pm ET or 3:30am GMT.
- The bout will be hosted at the Kaseya Centre in Miami, Florida.
What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua on and can it be live streamed?
- Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua will be broadcast by Netflix.
- There is no additional pay-per-view charge, meaning existing Netflix customers can watch at NO EXTRA COST, no matter the level of subscription you have.
- Alternatively, will have a LIVE blog with expert analysis and all of the build-up and reaction.
What are the rules of Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua?
- The fight has been officially sanctioned as a professional heavyweight bout.
- It will be contested over eight rounds of three minutes.
- Knockouts are allowed.
- 10oz gloves will be used.
- AJ cannot weigh above 245lbs and there is no rehydration clause.
Who is on the full card of Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua?
- MAIN EVENT: Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua
- Co-main event: Alycia Baumgardner vs Leila Beaudoin – WBA, IBF and WBO super featherweight title fight
- Cherneka Johnson vs Amanda Galle – Undisputed WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO bantamweight title fight
- Yokasta Valle vs Yadira Bustillos – WBC minimum-weight title fight
- Anderson Silva vs Tyron Woodley – 195lbs catchweight
- Avious Griffin vs Justin Cardona – welterweight
- Keno Marley vs Diarra Davis Jr – cruiserweight
What has been said?
As , Jake Paul said: “This isn’t an AI simulation. This is Judgement Day.
“A professional heavyweight fight against an elite world champion in his prime.
“When I beat Anthony Joshua, 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.
“On Friday, December 19, under the lights in Miami, live globally only on Netflix, the torch gets passed and Britain’s Goliath gets put to sleep.”
Joshua added: “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.”
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