Jake Paul has announced a massive surprise for the boxing world by revealing his next opponent will be former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. This matchup represents a colossal jump in competition for Paul, who has been steadily building his professional record.
The negotiations for this surprising boxing match are reportedly entering their final stages. The highly anticipated fight is planned to take place in December in Miami, Florida, which gives Paul a home advantage. Adding to the massive interest, the fight will be a major event that is set to be streamed live on the popular platform, Netflix.
Taking on a world-class athlete like Anthony Joshua is arguably the biggest risk of Paul’s career. The 28-year-old is coming off a victory over Julio Cesar Chaves Jr., but facing a legitimate, reigning heavyweight like Joshua is a very different challenge. Many are eager to see if Paul has overreached or if he can prove himself ready for this incredible step up in competition.
Paul’s Last Fight With Gervonta Davis Was Cancelled
The fight against Anthony Joshua was arranged after Paul’s originally scheduled December bout had to be canceled. Paul had previously secured a highly anticipated fight against fellow American boxer and WBA lightweight champion, Gervonta Davis.
The cancellation of this event was a major letdown for boxing fans everywhere who were excited about the potential clash. The reason for the cancellation was the serious legal trouble Davis is facing. He was accused of domestic violence, including accusations of assault, kidnapping, and unlawful detention. These serious charges were made by a woman who had been in a relationship with the boxer.
The legal situation for Gervonta Davis casts a shadow over his future in the professional boxing circuit. Following the fight suspension, Jake Paul spoke out on social media and publicly expressed his hatred for Davis, calling him an absolute piece of human garbage.
Joshua Hasn’t Fought Since His Loss To Dubois
Anthony Joshua will be making his return to the ring for this blockbuster fight with Jake Paul after a noticeable period of time out of the ring. The British boxing star has not competed since suffering a devastating fifth-round knockout loss against Daniel Dubois in September 2024.
Joshua, a 36-year-old former Olympic gold medalist, will be looking to bounce back with a strong performance. His promoter, Eddie Hearn, recently hinted that Joshua would make a return to the ring before the end of the current year. Hearn had also mentioned February 2026 as another possible return date for the heavyweight veteran.
He also stated that the high-profile bout against Paul could serve as a potential farewell fight for the British legend. Facing Paul guarantees Joshua a massive payday and a huge global audience. This offers a chance for an impactful, high-profile return before Joshua potentially considers retirement from professional boxing.
Published: Nov 13, 2025 01:30 pm