With just over two weeks until one of the most talked-about crossover boxing events of the year, Anthony Joshua has officially confirmed he is on weight for his upcoming clash with Jake Paul. The heavyweight showdown is scheduled for 19 December in Miami, marking one of the most highly anticipated matchups of 2025.

Joshua Weighs In at 110.6kg – On Track for Limit

In a video posted on his social media channels, the 36-year-old former unified heavyweight world champion stepped on the scales at 110.6kg, comfortably under the agreed limit of 17st 7lb (111kg).

Joshua joked about the attention around his weight, saying:
“They must have forgot. I’m used to dealing with big weights and scales.”

Despite competing his entire career as a natural heavyweight—with no need to cut weight—Joshua has accepted a rare weight cap requested by Paul’s team. Heavyweight boxers usually face no upper weight restrictions, but this match-up comes with unique conditions due to Paul’s career history.

Weight Discrepancy Sparks Debate

Jake Paul, 28, has typically fought near cruiserweight, with his heaviest bout coming in at 103kg during his fight with Mike Tyson in 2024. Given the size difference, Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn revealed that Paul’s camp initially attempted to set an even lower limit before settling on the current 111kg cap.

The fight will be contested over six rounds, with both men wearing standard 10oz gloves.

Paul vs Joshua: Full Main Card Revealed

Organisers have now confirmed the full lineup for the Paul vs Joshua event, building what’s expected to be one of the year’s biggest combat sports spectacles.

Main Card (Starts 01:00 GMT, 20 December)

Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua – Heavyweight (8 x 3-min rounds)

The headline battle between the YouTuber-turned-boxer and the two-time heavyweight champion has captured huge global attention, blending entertainment and elite combat sports.

Alycia Baumgardner vs Leila Beaudoin – WBA, IBF & WBO Super-Featherweight Titles (12 x 3-min rounds)

Alycia Baumgardner returns for a major title defence after relinquishing her WBC belt earlier this year in protest of regulations preventing 12 three-minute-rounds for women’s boxing. She puts three world titles on the line against challenger Leila Beaudoin.

Anderson Silva vs Tyron Woodley – Cruiserweight (6 x 3-min rounds)

Former UFC rivals Anderson Silva and Tyron Woodley renew hostilities in the boxing ring. Woodley replaces Chris Weidman, who withdrew due to injury.

Jahmal Harvey vs Kevin Cervantes – Featherweight (6 x 3-min rounds)

American Olympian Jahmal Harvey makes his second professional appearance against unbeaten prospect Kevin Cervantes. This bout will open the main card.

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Preliminary Card (Starts 21:45 GMT, 19 December)

Cherneka Johnson vs Amanda Galle – Undisputed Bantamweight Title (10 x 2-min rounds)

Johnson puts her undisputed status on the line for one of the night’s major championship bouts.

Yokasta Valle vs Yadira Bustillos – WBC Strawweight World Title (10 x 2-min rounds)

A second world championship clash features pound-for-pound standout Yokasta Valle defending her title.

Avious Griffin vs Justin Cardona – Welterweight (8 x 3-min rounds)

A competitive welterweight showdown between rising prospects.

Keno Marley vs Diarra Davis Jr – Cruiserweight (4 x 3-min rounds)

A short but explosive cruiserweight contest rounds out the current preliminary lineup.

Organisers have hinted that one more preliminary fight may still be added.