Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul confirmed with fight details, streaming info and venue

Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul has been rumoured for some time, with both teams discussing early negotiations. The deal appeared to be moving closer, with Mike Coppinger of The Ring reporting that both teams were finalising a fight.

It now appears those rumours have been made a reality, with Paul stepping up to face AJ in a sanctioned heavyweight bout. This eagerly anticipated showdown will be available on Netflix at no additional cost to its 300+ million members. It will be a heavyweight bout over 8, three-minute rounds with 10oz gloves.

Regardless of where you view AJ in his career, this is a huge step up for Paul, who will face the former two-time unified heavyweight champion of the world.

Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul — both react to fight confirmation

Reacting to the fight being confirmed, Paul said: 

“This isn’t an AI simulation. This is Judgment Day,” said Jake Paul. “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. To the people of the United Kingdom, I am sorry. On Friday, December 19, under the lights in Miami, live globally only on Netflix, the torch gets passed and Britain’s Goliath gets put to sleep. I KNOWWWW YOU GOT EM PICKED HAHAHHA”

Anthony Joshua OBE also spoke on the fight news and sent a clear warning to Paul:

“Jake or anyone can get this work. No mercy,” said Anthony Joshua OBE. “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. Mark my words, you’ll see a lot more fighters take these opportunities in the future. I’m about to break the internet over Jake Paul’s face.”