Podcast giant Joe Rogan has delivered a chilling assessment of Jake Paul's upcoming boxing match against former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, describing the bout as potentially catastrophic for the YouTube star.
The Fight Details
The highly anticipated professional bout is scheduled for 19 December in Miami and will see Paul step into the ring with one of boxing's most formidable punchers. The fight format consists of eight three-minute rounds at heavyweight, with standard 10oz gloves and knockouts permitted.
Rogan didn't mince words when analysing the matchup, calling it "one of the craziest propositions of all time" and emphasising Joshua's devastating punching power. "If Anthony Joshua's right hand hits you..." Rogan warned, leaving the grim consequences unspoken but clearly understood.
Contrasting Careers and Recent Form
The fight represents a dramatic step up in competition for Paul, who holds a 12-1 professional record built largely against mixed martial artists and ageing legends. His recent victories include wins over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and a controversial bout against 58-year-old Mike Tyson.
Meanwhile, Joshua comes into the fight following a defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024, making the former two-time heavyweight champion particularly dangerous as he looks to reestablish his dominance in the division.
Expert Opinions and Concerns
Rogan isn't alone in expressing concern about the mismatch. Former champion David Haye offered an even more dire prediction, stating that "it could be his last day on earth" if Paul isn't adequately prepared for Joshua's power.
Rogan described Joshua as "terrifying" and highlighted his "one-punch nuclear power" as the primary threat to Paul's safety and career longevity. The comments have sparked intense debate within boxing circles about whether such cross-over fights have become too dangerous.
As the December date approaches, questions remain about whether Paul's social media fame and previous success against lesser opponents have prepared him for facing an elite-level heavyweight like Joshua in a professional contest where everything is on the line.
