Anthony Joshua is fully committed to his upcoming match against Jake Paul, having made the trip to Miami early to adjust to the time difference.
The former two-time unified heavyweight champion has not competed since his defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024 at Wembley Stadium. Joshua faced injury setbacks in 2025 but has now recovered from elbow surgery and is back in rigorous training for his comeback.
The announcement of Joshua facing Paul took many by surprise. The highly-anticipated showdown is scheduled for December 19 in Miami, Florida, to be fought over eight rounds with both fighters using 10oz gloves.
While Joshua is favored to win against the YouTuber-turned-boxer, he is leaving no stones unturned in his preparations. Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed Joshua’s sharp form during training in Miami, emphasizing his serious approach to the fight.
The heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul will be live-streamed on Netflix on December 19. Viewers can access the fight for free with Sky’s £15 Essential TV bundle, the lowest price offered by Sky TV.
Hearn revealed that Joshua must weigh under 245lb for the bout with Paul. Contrary to earlier concerns about weight cut challenges, Joshua seems on track to meet the required limit.
During negotiations, Hearn admitted to providing misleading weight information to secure the fight. Despite the weight restrictions, Joshua is focused on his training and readiness for the match against Paul in Miami.
The fight is scheduled just days before Christmas, with the ring walk expected around 11pm local time, catering primarily to the American audience. The event’s live broadcast on Netflix will provide viewers with an exciting showdown between Joshua and Paul.