<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> is embracing the spotlight and the criticism as he prepares for his upcoming heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua. Once slated for an exhibition against Gervonta “Tank” Davis, the 26-year-old social media star is now stepping into the ring against a seasoned, two-time champion.



The fight is set for December 19 at the Kaseya Center in Miami. It will be a sanctioned heavyweight bout scheduled for eight three-minute rounds with 10-ounce gloves. Paul faces a formidable opponent: <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Joshua</a>, a two-time world champion standing five inches taller, and one who has recently competed at the highest level in the heavyweight division.



Paul addressed his critics in a recent interview with Fox News Digital. “You know, the world is against me, but what they don’t realize is that I’ve got them where I want them to be,” he said, emphasizing his confidence despite being labeled a heavy underdog.



<h2>Paul sees this as a defining moment</h2>



The YouTuber-turned-boxer has faced skepticism throughout his career, with critics questioning his choice of opponents, from older legends like <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tyson">Mike Tyson</a> to MMA fighters such as Nate Diaz and Anderson Silva. He insists that the Joshua fight is the validation he’s been seeking.



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“When I knock out Anthony Joshua and win, I’m the face and king of boxing, and people undeniably won’t be able to say anything. It’s silence across the board,” Paul said. “They think that they have me in the corner, but I really have the world cornered, and it’s exactly where I want them to be.”


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<h2>Faith and confidence in the ring</h2>



Paul credits his confidence to more than just preparation and strategy. “I know God is on my side and I have faith in that. He’s always guided me in everything that I’ve done in my boxing career and in my life. And so I can walk into that ring with extreme confidence, knowing that this is the right moment for me,” he added.


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Despite being a heavy underdog, Paul’s bold statements signal he is ready to make a statement against one of boxing’s most accomplished heavyweights. Fans will be watching closely on December 19 to see if Paul can back up his words in the ring.

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Paul sends direct message to critics ahead of Joshua fight: ‘God is on my side’

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Heavyweight champion <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/oleksandr-usyk">Oleksandr Usyk</a> is sounding the alarm for Jake Paul ahead of the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s highly anticipated clash with former Olympic gold medalist <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Anthony Joshua</a> on December 19. Having faced Joshua twice in the ring, Usyk knows exactly the level of skill and power Paul will encounter.



While <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Paul</a> has marketed himself as a legitimate contender, Usyk is blunt about the risk. He emphasizes the stark contrast between Paul’s experience and Joshua’s proven track record.



“If Anthony Joshua wants, he will kill this guy,” Usyk told Boxing Scene. “Anthony Joshua is an Olympic champion, first. Jake Paul, yeah a sportsman, a YouTuber, a showman. [Anthony Joshua is a] Rolls Royce, [Jake Paul is a] Fiat. Listen, it’s true. It’s just true.”



<h2>Usyk warns about Paul’s safety</h2>



Usyk isn’t just skeptical of Paul winning—he’s concerned about his well-being in the ring. “Yes, I will pray [for] Jake Paul. Because I want to fight with Jake Paul in the octagon,” he said.



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The undisputed heavyweight champion teased the idea of a future matchup with Paul under mixed martial arts rules, signaling that he sees the fight as a serious risk rather than a competitive bout.


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<h2>Joshua favored, Paul confident</h2>



Despite the warnings, Paul remains determined to shock the boxing world. He insists he’s ready to score a knockout over Joshua, who represents his toughest opponent to date. 



Analysts and insiders, however, overwhelmingly favor Joshua due to his experience, one-punch knockout power, and Olympic pedigree. “Paul is going to face long odds,” Usyk said. “Anthony is a seasoned, elite heavyweight. There’s really no easy path here.”



<h2>Usyk’s continued dominance</h2>



While Paul prepares for the fight, Usyk has maintained his dominance at the top of the division. In July, he knocked out Daniel Dubois in the fifth round, extending his undefeated record to 24-0 and cementing his status as the undisputed heavyweight champion.


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For Paul, the December fight will be a true test of whether he can rise to the level of seasoned professional competition—or simply survive against one of the sport’s most dangerous heavyweights.

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Usyk issues stern warning on Paul ahead of Joshua fight: ‘He will kill this guy’

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> is set for the biggest test of his career when he faces <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Anthony Joshua</a> on Dec. 19. The professional heavyweight bout is scheduled for eight, three-minute rounds with 10-ounce gloves, and many see the fight as heavily favoring Joshua.



Former UFC welterweight champion <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tyron-woodley">Tyron Woodley</a>, who faced Paul twice in the octagon, offered a different perspective. On the Ariel Helwani Show, Woodley suggested that Paul’s unique attributes could give him a real opportunity.



“I mean, Jake has been lost his mind. Like, what’s new. He lost his mind when he fought me. He lost his mind when he fought Anderson [Silva], when he fought Nate [Diaz]. He lost his mind when he wanted to fight professionally and switched off from amateurs. It’s really kind of been his theme,” Woodley said.



<h2>Could Jake Paul find a way against Anthony Joshua?</h2>



Woodley emphasized that the outcome depends on Joshua’s approach. “Depending on what version of Anthony Joshua comes out depends on if Jake has what we’ll call a ‘chance.‘ When you’re fighting, if you’ve got knockout power, you’ve got belief in yourself, you got some speed, some agility to move around, you always have a chance. We’ve seen crazier things happen,” he said.



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Reflecting on Joshua’s recent bouts, Woodley dismissed comparisons to Francis Ngannou. “Francis Ngannou is a terrible comparison to ‘this happened to Francis.’ He’s not even built the same as Jake. I’d say Jake’s a little bit faster than him. He (Ngannou) has more power, but he’s slower in distributing that power,” Woodley explained.


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“I don’t think this fight is even. I think that Anthony Joshua is a better boxer. I think he has more power, but I don’t think there’s no chance Jake can win,” Woodley added. “I feel like if Anthony doesn’t stop him in the first two rounds, I feel like he’s going to give Jake confidence and I think it’s going to be a decision.”



<h2>Paul’s adaptability could be key</h2>



Woodley also praised Paul’s adaptability. “He’s a great boxer. He’s got good power. He was always like the little point guard that was a heavyweight. I don’t know why Jake wanted that fight. I don’t know what’s going through his head, but he’s always got something up his sleeve.”


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Former UFC Champion weighs in on Paul's potential path to victory against Joshua

The boxing world is buzzing as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Anthony Joshua</a> prepares for his December 19 bout against Jake Paul in Miami. Few question Joshua’s advantage in experience, size, and pedigree, but his promoter, Eddie Hearn, has emphasized the high stakes of the encounter.



Joshua enters the fight aware that anything less than a commanding performance could invite scrutiny. Critics have highlighted <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Paul</a>’s rapid rise in boxing, but even so, the consensus is that the former Olympic gold medalist holds a clear edge. 



Meanwhile, Queensberry Promotions founder Frank Warren weighed in, stating that a poor showing by Joshua would be a serious concern. “If [Joshua] looks bad against Jake Paul, when you consider the experience he has and what Jake Paul’s got, then I think he should turn it in,” Warren said.



Joshua is preparing like it’s a world title fight, focusing on his technique, power, and timing. Hearn emphasized that the plan is simple: Joshua needs to control the fight from the start and finish it decisively, leaving no doubt about who is in charge.



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<h2>Hearn’s message on Joshua’s retirement</h2>



During a November 27 interview with ProBoxingFans, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/eddie-hearn">Eddie Hearn</a> made his position clear regarding Joshua’s potential retirement. “Yeah, I do. I suppose so. (expletive), yeah. Look, I don’t see a world where Jake Paul wins this fight. I know that boxing is boxing,” he said.


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Hearn added, “I won’t retire. AJ should retire if he loses. I see AJ winning this fight with ease, comprehensively, destructively, violently.” He stressed that Joshua is taking the fight seriously: “Luckily, AJ is not preparing in a way that he just thinks it’s a joke. He’s preparing for Jake Paul like he’s a world title contender.”



Hearn concluded with a prediction for fight night: “We should just slide through this guy, and bash him up, and beat him up, and we should do it early doors.”


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Joshua’s preparation and Hearn’s confident statements set the stage for one of the most watched matchups of the year. Fans and analysts will be looking not just at the result, but at how convincingly Joshua dominates in the ring.

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With three weeks remaining until <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> faces Anthony Joshua, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has weighed in with his prediction for the highly anticipated bout. Paul, who has yet to face an active heavyweight, is seeking one of the biggest upsets in boxing history.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/julio-cesar-chavez-jr">Chavez Jr</a>., who lost a unanimous decision to Paul in a recent cruiserweight contest, offered his forecast via Instagram, despite the challenge posed by Joshua, a two-time heavyweight champion and 2012 Olympic gold medalist.



“Paul by UD,” Chavez Jr. wrote on his Instagram, indicating he expects a clear victory for the YouTuber-turned-boxer, even against the former world champion.



<h2>Paul’s heavyweight challenge</h2>



Jake Paul has never faced a fully active heavyweight in his professional career, aside from an exhibition against a 58-year-old <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tyson">Mike Tyson</a>. His transition to this level will be closely watched as he takes on a decorated champion.



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<h2>Joshua’s recent struggles</h2>


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Anthony Joshua</a> last fought in September 2024, suffering a knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois in their IBF title bout. Joshua’s recent setbacks add intrigue to the matchup and raise questions about his ability to handle Paul’s unconventional style.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> has called Anthony Joshua “slow” and suggested he struggles with smaller fighters, but Roy Jones Jr. believes the only real danger Joshua faces is far more straightforward. With the December 19 fight approaching, the matchup continues to draw global attention as Joshua looks to avoid what would be the biggest upset in boxing history.



Paul enters the fight conceding significant disadvantages in height, reach, and weight, along with a massive gap in experience. Moving from beating Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. to challenging a former unified heavyweight champion represents a leap unlike anything he has attempted before.



Still, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roy-jones-jr">Jones Jr.</a> sees one scenario that could create real trouble for Joshua, telling Boxing King Media: “The only thing is if Joshua underestimates him. Jake has a chance because don’t get it twisted, Jake can punch… Jake knows a little bit more about boxing now than people think. And Jake can punch. So if Jake hit him, it could be problematic.”



<h2>Joshua’s history of taking damage remains a factor</h2>



Joshua has been knocked down by Wladimir Klitschko, Andy Ruiz Jr., and most recently <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/daniel-dubois">Daniel Dubois</a>, whose four knockdowns at Wembley derailed Joshua’s bid to reclaim the heavyweight throne. Those moments serve as reminders that even elite champions can be vulnerable when caught clean.



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<h2>Why Jones Jr’s warning matters</h2>


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For Jones Jr, the danger is tied entirely to mindset. If <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Joshua</a> stays disciplined and respects Paul’s power, the physical gap should carry him to a comfortable win. But if he overlooks Paul’s improvements, the fight could become far more dramatic than expected when the bell rings in Miami.


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> continues to embrace the underdog role as he prepares for the biggest challenge of his boxing career against Anthony Joshua on December 19. While most observers expect the former two-time heavyweight champion to dominate the eight-round crossover bout in Miami, Paul insists the matchup is far more competitive than it looks on paper. 



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Joshua</a>, with decades of experience and a history of facing the sport’s elite, enters the ring with a clear advantage in pedigree, power, and physicality. The British star has shared the ring with world-class heavyweights throughout his career, compiling a portfolio of 45 professional fights—by far the most significant body of work between the two.



Speaking to Boxing Scene, Paul explained that he sees a pattern in some of Joshua’s toughest nights. “I think it’s watching his [Daniel] Dubois fight, watching the [Andy] Ruiz fight, even watching the [Oleksandr] Usyk fight, and when you look at it, he’s lost to guys who are smaller than him. I think his weakness, his kryptonite, is the faster guys who don’t get hit by his big punches.”



<h2>Why Jake Paul believes he can trouble Joshua</h2>



Building on his analysis, Paul suggested that speed, rhythm, and movement—not power—will dictate the outcome on fight night. “I just think with speed and footwork and being in a rhythm, I don’t think he can handle that,” He said. “He doesn’t like that because he is a little bit stiff. He does rely on his power. Obviously, you get hit by one of his shots, you’re cooked, but I believe I’ll be able to float like a butterfly and sting like a bee.”



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<h2>Can Paul’s style truly threaten Joshua?</h2>



Many boxing analysts remain skeptical. Joshua has spent years adapting to elite-level competition, while Paul is still viewed as a novice whose only credible win came against an aging Nate Diaz. Yet Paul insists that his movement, athleticism, and confidence give him the tools to disrupt Joshua’s rhythm.


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For Joshua, December 19 is expected to be a showcase performance—an opportunity to demonstrate that the heavyweight division remains his territory. For Paul, it is a once-in-a-career chance to prove he belongs at the highest levels of professional boxing.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ryan-garcia">Ryan Garcia</a> expressed serious concern for Jake Paul ahead of the influencer-turned-boxer’s upcoming matchup with Anthony Joshua. The fight, set for December 19 in Miami, marks the biggest test of Paul’s career, going a full eight rounds against the two-time unified heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist.



Garcia, a top lightweight contender often mentioned as a potential <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Paul </a>opponent, weighed in on the challenge Paul is undertaking. He questioned whether taking on Joshua at this stage could have long-term consequences for the 11-fight professional.



The veteran boxer highlighted the physical and mental risks, noting that a loss in such a high-profile bout could alter the trajectory of Paul’s career. “It can be life changing in many ways, physically and mentally,” Garcia said on X spaces. “Did you see what [Joshua] did to [Francis] Ngannou? But then again, if he gets knocked out, he gets knocked out. Nobody expects anything. Who is he going to fight?”



<h2>Garcia questions Paul’s decision</h2>



Garcia directly criticized the booking of the fight, suggesting Paul may have prioritized external pressures over his own readiness. “My honest opinion, I think that this has been a misstep from Jake,” he said. “I think he wanted to make his partners at Netflix a little too happy, and he’s going to walk into it. But like, he loses to A.J., where does he go from here? Who does he fight? Is he going to go back down to 185?”



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<h2>Concerns about career impact</h2>


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The lightweight star was blunt about the consequences of a loss. He indicated that a knockout defeat could reduce Paul’s opportunities and marketability. “How are you going to react when that big shot hits you? You think you’re going to snap back into it and know what to do? No, not going to happen,” Garcia said. “I give him out of a million times if they fought, honest to God, I think he can maybe win one out of the million times they fight.”


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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> is preparing for one of the most high-profile crossover boxing events of the year, but the buildup has also included unexpected drama involving UFC star Francis Ngannou. Days after confirming his December 19 matchup against <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Anthony Joshua</a> in Miami, Paul publicly addressed Ngannou’s decision to reject an offer to face him on a Netflix event.



The situation developed after <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/gervonta-davis">Gervonta Davis</a> was removed from the originally scheduled <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/boxing/why-was-the-jake-paul-vs-gervonta-davis-fight-scheduled-for-today-nov-14-canceled">Paul–Davis card due to a civil lawsuit</a>. With the fight canceled, Paul’s promotion, Most Valuable Promotions, reached out to Ngannou as a potential replacement. Ngannou declined the proposal, later stating he viewed the offer as disrespectful.



Paul addressed the situation during a media scrum with USA TODAY’s MMA Junkie, stating, “Yeah, I just thought – I mean, he’s just an idiot… If you’re so confident, if you feel so disrespected… this is your opportunity to correct that and stop me.”



<h2>Ngannou’s recent activity</h2>



Ngannou left the UFC in 2022 and signed with the PFL, gaining the flexibility to compete in both MMA and boxing. His crossover run included a split-decision loss to Tyson Fury and a knockout defeat to Joshua. He later returned to MMA, delivering a knockout win over Renan Ferreira, but has remained largely inactive since.



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The former UFC heavyweight champion has also been linked to controversies outside competition. UFC CEO Dana White recently claimed Ngannou physically confronted him and UFC executive Hunter Campbell during a meeting, while PFL officials have expressed concern about his absence from promotional initiatives.


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<h2>Paul’s perspective</h2>



Paul added further criticism when referencing Ngannou’s comments about <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tyson">Mike Tyson</a>: “He’s basically also talking (expletive) to Mike Tyson for fighting me… you’re nowhere near the legend, and you never will be even close to the legend of Mike Tyson.”

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Paul blasts UFC star after rejecting bout ahead of controversial Joshua fight

Everything is set for the highly anticipated showdown between Anthony Joshua and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jake Paul</a>. During their first faceoff, the British heavyweight didn’t hold back, delivering a blunt warning to the influencer about what awaits him in the ring.



The two stars will return to action on December 19, marking one of the most intriguing matchups of the year. For <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Joshua</a>, it will be his comeback after more than a year away from competition. For Paul, it represents the elite-level challenge he has been asking for since beginning his transition from YouTuber to professional boxer.



Paul has built a successful boxing brand, but Joshua is unquestionably the most accomplished and dangerous opponent he has ever faced. The two-time world champion made that perfectly clear during their first official encounter—reminding Paul that stepping into the ring with him is nothing like the fights he has had before.



<h2>Joshua makes honest confession about his goal vs. Jake Paul</h2>



Joshua (28–4, 25 KOs) enters this fight with a point to prove after his loss to Daniel Dubois in September 2024. Despite the setback, analysts overwhelmingly favor the British fighter, noting that Paul (12-1, 6 KOs) is stepping into a completely different class of competition.



Beyond the experience gap, Joshua’s size and athleticism present a major obstacle for Paul—who has never faced a heavyweight of Joshua’s caliber. And according to AJ himself, his goal on fight night is simple: make a statement.



Joshua emphasized that he intends to remind the boxing world who he is and ensure Paul understands the difference between an internet-built boxing career and the elite levels of the sport.


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“I need to knock him out,” Joshua said. “I’m going to impose myself, come forward and land heavy punches. I’m going to make sure, expose him to certain tricks in boxing he may not have seen yet. I’m going to bring him to another school of boxing that I don’t think he’s been exposed to yet.”



<h2>Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul fight rules: Weight limit, gloves, and number of rounds</h2>



The Joshua vs. Paul bout is scheduled as a professional eight-round fight, consisting of:



<ul><li>Eight 3-minute rounds</li><li>10-ounce gloves</li><li>Heavyweight division rules</li></ul>



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While the fight is officially a heavyweight matchup, reports suggest Joshua will not be allowed to exceed 245 pounds, a detail that adds more intrigue to the event.



Jake Paul typically competes at cruiserweight and has only fought at heavyweight once—against Mike Tyson. Facing a natural heavyweight like Joshua will push him far beyond his usual comfort zone.


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Anthony Joshua fires warning to Jake Paul in first faceoff ahead of star-studded bout - Bolavip US

The upcoming bout between <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> and Anthony Joshua on December 19 in Miami, Florida, has drawn attention not only for its high-profile nature but also for the serious physical risks involved. 



Paul, standing 6’1″ and weighing around 200 pounds in his last fight, will face <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Joshua</a>, a former two-time unified heavyweight champion listed at 6’6″ and significantly heavier.



Boxing carries inherent risks. CNN reported in 2019 that approximately 13 people die each year from injuries sustained in boxing matches. Joshua’s history of concussive power further elevates concern. His March 2024 knockout of former UFC heavyweight Francis Ngannou, who weighed 257 pounds, demonstrated his ability to deliver devastating blows in the ring.



“I hope we’ve got a referee in there who’s quite compassionate because if Jake Paul is left up against the ropes with Anthony Joshua unloading on him, it could be the end for him. It could be his last day on earth,” said former unified cruiserweight and WBA heavyweight champion David Haye, voicing concern for Paul’s safety in an interview with Sky News.



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<h2>How dangerous is this bout?</h2>



Despite Haye’s warning, experts like Louis Durkin, president of the Association of Ringside Physicians, have noted that the fight does not appear to present unique safety concerns compared to other professional bouts.


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“If you look at the individual fighters, I don’t think it rises to the level of safety concern,” Durkin said. “Now whether [Paul] deserves a shot at Joshua is a different question. But I think that gets confused with the level of danger.”



<h2>What’s next for Paul and Joshua?</h2>



Paul and Joshua are set to face off in a professional bout on December 19, which will appear on both fighters’ records. With the contrast in size, experience, and knockout power, the match is drawing intense scrutiny from fans and experts alike. 


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Former heavyweight champion issues stern warning on Jake Paul's risk ahead of fight vs Anthony Joshua - Bolavip US

Former heavyweight champion issues stern warning on Paul's risk ahead of fight vs Joshua

Many have criticized <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul%7D">Jake Paul</a>’s boxing career, but not Anthony Joshua. The former two-time unified world heavyweight champion is set to face the YouTuber-turned-boxer on December 19 in Miami. The fight was arranged after Paul’s planned matchup with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/boxing/why-was-the-jake-paul-vs-gervonta-davis-fight-scheduled-for-today-nov-14-canceled">Gervonta Davis fell through</a>.



Paul has built a record by defeating past-their-prime MMA fighters, including knocking out Tyron Woodley twice and beating Ben Askren. While these wins drew attention, some traditional boxing fans questioned the legitimacy of his career.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Joshua</a>, however, spoke in support of Paul years ago, praising his dedication and the lessons he would learn by taking tough challenges in the ring. “[He’s] great for boxing. He’s trying, zero amateur experience, throwing himself in the deep end,” Joshua said in an interview with iFL TV. “He’ll probably learn a lot more than a lot of fighters, putting himself under pressure. Good luck to him.”



<h2>Joshua vs Paul: Fight details</h2>



Their upcoming bout will count on both fighters’ professional records. Joshua cannot weigh more than 245 pounds. The fight will run eight three-minute rounds, shorter than Paul’s 10-round win over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. earlier this year. Both will wear 10-ounce gloves, the same size Paul used against Francis Ngannou in early 2025.



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<h2>Context and impact</h2>


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Joshua’s support of Paul shows that he recognized the young fighter’s impact on boxing early on. Paul’s rise has brought new fans and attention to the sport, and this fight will test whether he can compete against one of boxing’s most powerful heavyweights. 


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Tim Bradley delivers blunt verdict on controversial Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul bout

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The boxing world is buzzing as Anthony Joshua edges closer to a showdown with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> this December. After over a year away from the ring following his shock loss to Daniel Dubois, Joshua is gearing up for a return that has fans and analysts debating the potential outcome. Meanwhile, Paul has pivoted from a scrapped exhibition against Gervonta Davis to this high-profile clash, keeping the spotlight firmly on both fighters.



Veteran observers are weighing in, and one of the sport’s most respected voices, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/timothy-bradley">Tim Bradley</a>, has offered his candid perspective. The two-weight world champion spoke with conviction on his YouTube channel, breaking down what Joshua’s experience and skill set could mean in a matchup against the social media sensation turned professional boxer.



Bradley’s comments come amid the swirling speculation over whether the fight could be anything but competitive. As the negotiations inch toward finalization, the stakes for both camps—financial, reputational, and competitive—remain high. Boxing fans are left wondering if this will be a straightforward return for Joshua or a storyline with unexpected twists.



<h2>What did Tim Bradley say about Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul?</h2>



Speaking plainly, Bradley criticized Paul’s mindset while praising Joshua’s credentials. “Is it true? Is it real? Hey, I like this fight way better … They did it again! They got another guy in there that’s a little bit weak minded, one that might even sell his soul a little bit for that money, yeah and go ahead and lay down for Jake Paul. This supposed to be an easy fight for a dude like Anthony Joshua,” he said. 



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Bradley emphasized Joshua’s pedigree as an Olympic Gold Medalist and his victories over top heavyweights, suggesting the bout should favor Joshua significantly.


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<h3>Could the fight be ‘scripted’?</h3>



Bradley didn’t shy away from controversy. He added that if Joshua somehow does not dominate, questions would inevitably arise. “Shoot if he go in there and be who he is, right, an experienced Olympic Gold Medallist, an experienced fighter that he is, bigger than Jake Paul, stronger than Jake Paul, got more skill than Jake Paul…“



He added: “He’s supposed to serve Jake Paul, but if he don’t go in there and serve Jake Paul then you know what it is guys, our questions gonna be answered, straight up scripted. Straight up WWE … Because Anthony Joshua, he’s supposed to smash Jake Paul.”


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As the fight edges closer to confirmation, fans will be watching closely to see if Bradley’s assessment proves accurate. Expectations are high for Joshua’s return, and all eyes will be on how both fighters handle the pressure and skill gap in the ring.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Anthony Joshua</a>’s name has been circulating again in boxing headlines, this time linked to a potential bout with Jake Paul. The former two-time heavyweight champion remains one of the sport’s biggest draws, while Paul continues to make waves as a crossover star with a growing fight resume. 



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/eddie-hearn">Eddie Hearn,</a> Joshua’s long-time promoter, addressed the speculation this week. Hearn has managed Joshua since his professional debut in 2013 and now oversees negotiations that could net Joshua tens of millions for a high-profile fight. Rumors emerged suggesting an eight-round showdown in Miami this December, but Hearn says the situation is far from finalized.



“The gun was jumped a little bit and fired early,” Hearn told talkSPORT. He emphasized that discussions are ongoing and clarified that a deal is not yet done. “There have been conversations. We’re considering it and, at the moment, there is work to be done. But, could it happen? Yes, it could.”



<h2>Is a Joshua vs. Paul fight realistic?</h2>



Hearn addressed the unusual nature of the matchup. “Should Jake Paul be fighting Anthony Joshua? No. Is he [Paul] mad to do it? Yes. Is there tens and tens and tens and tens of millions of dollars for Anthony Joshua to have an 8-round run out against Jake Paul? Yes.” His comments underline both the financial allure and the unconventional nature of the potential fight.



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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a>, despite his limited experience compared to Joshua, has long expressed confidence in his ability to compete. “I want to fight Anthony Joshua, because I know I will (expletive) beat Anthony Joshua’s (expletive),” Paul said in March. “He doesn’t have a chin, and he’s got no skill, and he’s stiff. I love you, Anthony. We’re friends, but I want to fight you.”


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While talks continue, no official contract has been signed, and both camps are still navigating terms and logistics. Boxing fans will be watching closely to see if this crossover clash, one of the most talked-about potential bouts in recent years, comes to fruition.


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