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Jake Paul Aims to Knock Out Heavyweight Champ
11 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua face off in a heavyweight bout on December 19.
- Joshua, returning after a knockout loss, faces Paul's unconventional challenge.
- Paul vows a knockout, aiming to become boxing's next big figure.
Heavyweight boxing rivals Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua are scheduled to meet in a professionally sanctioned fight on December 19 at Miami's Kaseya Center. This bout, set for eight three-minute rounds and streamed live on Netflix, marks Joshua's return to action after being sidelined since his 2024 knockout loss.
Paul, who began his professional boxing career in January 2020, aims to establish himself as a genuine contender against the significantly more experienced Joshua. While Joshua boasts a decorated history, including an Olympic gold medal and numerous high-profile fights, Paul is confident in his ability to secure a victory, even predicting a knockout.
The fight, initially discussed for 2026, was moved forward following a canceled bout for Paul. Despite facing criticism due to the perceived disparity in experience, both fighters have expressed strong intentions. Joshua stated his return is for "massive numbers" and to "break every record," while Paul declared he is "knocking this guy out" and envisions a future fight with Tyson Fury.
