Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul will face each other in a heavyweight fight in Miami on 19 December, it has been confirmed. The bout, promoted by Paul's Most Valuable Promotions, will be streamed live on Netflix.
Paul, a YouTuber-turned-boxer, 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 Anthony Joshua, every doubt disappears, and no one can deny me the opportunity to fight for a world title.'
Joshua, the 36-year-old former two-time unified heavyweight champion, has not fought since being stopped by Daniel Dubois in September 2024. He responded: 'Jake or anyone can get this work. No mercy. I took some time out and I'm coming back with a mega show. I'm about to break the internet over Jake Paul's face.'
Paul had originally been scheduled to fight Gervonta Davis on 14 November, but the event was cancelled after Davis was removed from the card amid domestic violence allegations. Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn added: 'Two of the biggest names in the sport will collide on 19 December. Whilst I admire Jake's balls, he's going to find out the hard way in Miami.'
