In a collision of boxing worlds that has captivated the sporting public, former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will return to the ring to face social media sensation turned professional boxer Jake Paul. This high-stakes professional bout, set for Miami, marks Joshua's first fight in over a year and represents the most formidable challenge of Paul's burgeoning career.
When and Where is the Joshua vs Paul Fight?
The seismic heavyweight clash is scheduled for Friday 19 December 2025. The event will be held at the Kaseya Centre in Miami, Florida. For viewers in the United Kingdom, the main card is expected to begin around 1am GMT on Saturday 20 December. The ring walks for the main event itself are anticipated any time from 3.30am GMT on Saturday morning.
This is not an exhibition match. The contest has been sanctioned as a full professional heavyweight fight, meaning the result will permanently affect both men's official records and a knockout victory is entirely possible. The bout is scheduled for eight three-minute rounds, with both fighters wearing standard 10oz gloves. A stipulation has been set that Anthony Joshua cannot weigh more than 245lb on the day before the fight.
How to Watch the Fight Worldwide
In a landmark move for sports broadcasting, the entire event will be streamed live exclusively on Netflix. The fight will not be offered on a traditional pay-per-view basis. Instead, it will be available to all existing Netflix subscribers and new sign-ups around the globe, making it one of the most accessible major boxing events in recent history.
Joshua, 36, enters the ring after a 14-month hiatus, following a stoppage loss to British fighter Daniel Dubois in September 2024. Jake Paul, 28, was originally slated to face boxer Gervonta Davis in November, but those plans were cancelled due to a civil lawsuit. The former champion has been typically forthright about his intentions, stating in a press release: "Jake or anyone can get this work, no mercy... I’m about to break the internet over Jake Paul’s face."
Full Fight Card and Betting Odds
The event features a stacked undercard with multiple title fights. Alongside the main event, fans will see Alycia Baumgardner defend her IBF and WBO women's super-featherweight titles against Leila Beaudoin, and Caroline Dubois put her WBC women's lightweight title on the line against Camila Panatta. Other notable bouts include a cruiserweight match between MMA legends Anderson Silva and Tyron Woodley.
According to bookmaker Coral, Anthony Joshua is the overwhelming favourite with odds of 1/10 for a win. Jake Paul is currently a 6/1 underdog, while a draw is priced at 20/1. These odds reflect the vast experience gap between an elite-level former world champion and a rapidly improving but less-tested opponent.
Full Fight Card:
- Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul (Heavyweight)
- Alycia Baumgardner (C) vs Leila Beaudoin (IBF, WBO women’s super-featherweight titles)
- Anderson Silva vs Tyron Woodley (Cruiserweight)
- Jahmal Harvey vs Kevin Cervantes (Super-featherweight)
- Cherneka Johnson (C) vs Amanda Galle (IBF, WBC, WBO women’s bantamweight titles)
- Caroline Dubois (C) vs Camila Panatta (WBC women’s lightweight title)
- Yokasta Valle (C) vs Yadira Bustillos (WBC women’s strawweight title)
- Avious Griffin vs Justin Cardona (Welterweight)
- Keno Marley vs Diarra Davis Jr (Cruiserweight)
This event signifies a pivotal moment in the evolving landscape of professional boxing, blending the traditional sport with new-era celebrity influence. The global reach provided by Netflix promises an audience of unprecedented size, setting a potential template for future major fights. All eyes will be on Miami to see if the seasoned power of Anthony Joshua can halt the remarkable rise of Jake Paul.
