Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua fight date, rules and | Sports News

Social media star-turned-boxer Jake Paul is set to tackle two-time heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua on December 19 in Miami, promoters MVP and Matchroom Boxing confirmed on Monday.

The bout will probably be held on the Kaseya Center, home of the Miami Heat, with each fighters scheduled to fulfill at a launch press convention on Friday. According to a assertion from Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions, the professionally sanctioned contest will consist of eight three-minute rounds with 10-oz gloves. Paul has been warned he’s risking his life by combating the big-hitting former world champion.

Netflix will stream the fight worldwide, with stories suggesting each fighters might pocket almost $100 million. “This isn’t an AI simulation. This is Judgment Day,” Paul declared in a press release. “A professional heavyweight fight against an elite world champion in his prime.

“When I beat Anthony Joshua, each doubt disappears, and no one can deny me the chance to fight for a world title.

“To all my haters, this is what you wanted. To the people of the United Kingdom, I am sorry. On Friday, December 19, under the lights in Miami, live globally only on Netflix, the torch gets passed and Britain’s Goliath gets put to sleep. I KNOWWWW YOU GOT EM PICKED HAHAHHA.”

Former Olympic gold medalist Joshua responded: “Jake or anyone can get this work. No mercy. I took some time out and I’m coming back with a mega show. It’s a big opportunity for me.

“Whether you prefer it or not, I’m right here to do huge numbers, have massive fights and break each file while holding cool, calm and collected. Mark my phrases, you may see a lot more fighters take these alternatives sooner or later. I’m about to interrupt the web over Jake Paul’s face.”

Speculation about the controversial matchup intensified last week, sparking both mockery and worry among boxing fans. Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) stands among the elite heavyweights of his era, whereas Paul has compiled a 12-1 record during his professional boxing ventures.

The 28 year old American has faced a variety of social media personalities and veteran fighters from boxing and MMA backgrounds, including a bout against 58 year old Mike Tyson. The social media star’s sole loss occurred against Tommy Fury, sibling of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.

Joshua hasn’t entered the ring since his knockout loss to British rival Daniel Dubois 14 months ago, but he signifies a massive upgrade in competition for Paul, with “AJ” expected to be an overwhelming favorite with bookmakers. Paul’s promoter, Nakisa Bidarian, said: “Everyone laughed when Jake Paul stated in March that he needed to fight AJ in 2026.

“Well, plans changed, and in under two weeks, MVP and Netflix have made one of the biggest fights of all time. Now, as only Jake Paul could and would do, he’s fighting one of the most fearsome boxers in the world.

“Joshua has each benefit on this fight, besides one – the delusional confidence of Jake Paul, and if anybody can shock the world, it is him. This is a world conflict between two of probably the most recognizable figures within the sport, Jake, the face of boxing’s new period, and Joshua, the King of UK boxing.”

Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, added: “They say watch out what you would like for. That’s all I need to say. Two of the most important names within the sport will collide on Dec 19. Whilst I love Jake’s balls, he’ll discover out the exhausting approach in Miami.”