YouTuber-turned-professional boxer Jake Paul is gearing up for what could be the toughest challenge of his career: a showdown against former two-time unified heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua on December 19, 2025. The highly anticipated fight will be held at the Kaseya Center in Miami and streamed live on Netflix, bringing massive attention from boxing fans around the world.
The bout will feature eight rounds of three minutes each, pitting Paul’s rising career against Joshua’s experience and championship pedigree.
Jake Paul’s Record and Recent Fights
At 28 years old, Jake Paul comes into the fight with a professional record of 12 wins, 1 loss, and 7 knockouts. His last outing in June saw him defeat former middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. by unanimous decision, solidifying his status as a serious contender in the heavyweight division.
“This isn’t an AI simulation. This is Judgement Day,” Paul told Netflix in a pre-fight interview. “A professional heavyweight fight against an elite world champion in his prime. When I beat Anthony Joshua, every doubt disappears, and no one can deny me the opportunity to fight for a world title. To all my haters, this is what you wanted.”
Anthony Joshua’s Comeback Fight
Anthony Joshua, 36, is a former two-time unified heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medallist. Joshua has not fought since his September 2024 IBF title bout loss to Daniel Dubois, making this a critical comeback fight for the British heavyweight.
“Jake or anyone can get this work,” Joshua said confidently. “No mercy. I took some time out and I’m coming back with a mega show. It’s a big opportunity for me. Whether you like it or not, I’m here to do massive numbers, have big fights and break every record whilst keeping cool, calm and collected … I’m about to break the internet over Jake Paul’s face.”
Fight Hype and Global Attention
The clash between Paul and Joshua has generated significant media buzz, combining traditional boxing fans with the YouTube and social media audience that follows Paul’s career. Streaming the fight on Netflix marks a new approach to broadcasting high-profile boxing matches, potentially reaching millions of viewers worldwide.
With the fight less than a month away, both camps are ramping up training, promotional events, and media appearances, emphasizing that this fight could define the next chapter for both athletes: Paul seeking his first shot at a world title and Joshua aiming to re-establish his dominance in the heavyweight division.
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