Anthony Joshua is fully committed to his upcoming bout against Jake Paul and has already made his way to Miami to acclimate to the time zone. The former two-time unified heavyweight champion has been out of action since suffering a devastating knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in September 2024 at Wembley Stadium. After a period of recovery from injury and elbow surgery, Joshua is now back in intensive training, preparing for his return to the ring.
The announcement of Joshua facing Paul came as a surprise to many, with the highly-anticipated clash set to take place on December 19 in Miami, Florida. The fight, scheduled for eight three-minute rounds, will see both fighters using 10oz gloves. Despite the expectation that Joshua, a seasoned professional, will have an easy victory over the YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul, he is leaving no stone unturned in his preparation, approaching the match with the same seriousness as if it were a world title fight.
Eddie Hearn, the boxing promoter, has confirmed that Joshua is already in Miami and is in excellent condition leading up to the lucrative showdown. The heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul is scheduled to be streamed live on Netflix on December 19. Fans can access the fight for free with Sky’s £15 Essential TV bundle, the lowest price ever offered for Sky TV.
Hearn disclosed that Joshua has been instructed not to exceed 245lb for the fight against Paul, hinting at the Briton’s readiness for the weight requirements. During negotiations, Hearn admitted to some misinformation regarding Joshua’s weight, emphasizing the seriousness of the upcoming challenge. The fight night in Miami, just days before Christmas, is expected to commence around 11pm local time, translating to a 4am UK viewing time. The event’s live broadcast on Netflix will cater to the American audience, with the fight times subject to adjustments based on the undercard duration.