Anthony Joshua has successfully met the weight requirement for his upcoming bout against Jake Paul, accomplishing this two weeks ahead of schedule.
The former two-time heavyweight champion has been out of action since his defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024, where he suffered a devastating fifth-round knockout. After recovering from minor injuries sustained in that fight, Joshua underwent elbow surgery and returned to training.
Scheduled for a professional heavyweight showdown on December 19 in Miami, Joshua is anticipated to have an easy victory over the boxing novice, Paul. The bout will consist of eight three-minute rounds with both fighters using 10oz gloves. Joshua was notified that he must not weigh over 245lb for the match.
The highly anticipated clash between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul in Miami on December 19 will be available for live streaming on Netflix. Ahead of the fight, Joshua revealed his current weight of 111kg (244.7Ib), indicating that he is on track for the event. Promoter Eddie Hearn praised Joshua’s dedication to training for the fight.
A victory for Joshua in this bout could boost his confidence as he looks forward to a potentially significant year in 2026, including a potential summer showdown with Tyson Fury. Plans are also in place for Joshua to participate in major events in London next year, with exciting fights expected in February and September.
The fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul is set to take place on December 19 in Miami, just days before Christmas. The event is likely to begin around 11pm local time, with the fight possibly commencing at 4am in the UK. Viewers can watch the event live on Netflix.
