It has been almost a year since Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) last stepped inside the ring. While the announcement of his potential fight against Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) piqued some interest among fans, Paul’s decision to fight Gervonta Davis has certainly raised a few eyebrows. With fans waiting for AJ’s return, Matchroom boss, Eddie Hearn, came in with an update. Hearn joined Matchroom Boxing’s Jamie Ward for The Matchroom Boxing Flash Knockdown podcast, where the main bone of contention was Boxing News’ recent boxing power list. Hearn certainly wasn’t pleased when Ward shadowed the list and referred to him as the “third most powerful man in boxing” after…

Jake Paul is finalizing a December fight against former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua on Netflix. This clash replaces his canceled fight with Gervonta Davis in a monumental event that defines Netflix boxing in 2025. The YouTuber-turned-fighter is reportedly cementing a deal to face the two-time unified heavyweight champion. This would be the most shocking crossover between a YouTuber and a boxer in history. World Boxing News understands that Paul is attempting to negotiate the final points of a contract with the British knockout star. The streaming giant is targeting Joshua to anchor its end-of-year show against the influencer. “Paul is now finalizing a deal to fight former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua on Netflix in December,” a fraction setter with knowledge of the negotiations told WBN. December Netflix Boxing Showdown The gulf between the heavyweight powerhouse and the social-media star is vast. This December, the Netflix boxing showdown is the most significant risk Paul has ever taken. Joshua, now firmly back in money-making mode after losing to Daniel Dubois, looked rejuvenated before the KO. He is chasing a third world title reign, but is open to a tune-up fight, which is what the Briton and his promoter see Paul as. Eddie Hearn confirmed the decision is imminent when speaking to Sky Sports. “We will make a decision this week in terms of whether he will fight this year. We have to decide by this weekend, basically.” Hearn noted the unusual dynamics of this social media boxing event: “I’d love him to go in there and just smash someone up. I think it would be so good for him, but bizarre at the same time because there’s no money in the fight.” Jake Paul, meanwhile, continues his quest for legitimacy. But taking on an elite heavyweight champion is pure madness. Paul vs Joshua Odds and Betting Shock The early betting lines reflect the terrifying reality of the proposed matchup. It’s instantly becoming a massive topic of discussion for Paul vs Joshua odds and analysis. Fighter Opening Line Implied Win Probability Anthony Joshua -1000 Favorite 91% Chance Jake Paul +600 Underdog 9% Chance Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis Canceled: The Fallout The Anthony Joshua blockbuster emerges directly from the collapse of Paul’s previous headliner. Jake Paul vs Gervonta “Tank” Davis is officially off. The canceled headline coincided with a serious civil lawsuit filed against Davis in Miami-Dade County. The lawsuit accuses the star of violent assault, choking, and kidnapping of his ex-girlfriend. Sponsors and venue partners reportedly withdrew as the legal storm intensified. MVP CEO Nakisa Bidarian confirmed the event’s collapse: “While we will not be moving forward with this event, our plan remains for Jake Paul to headline an event on Netflix in 2025.” The cancellation cleared the path for Paul’s new challenge: the AJ blockbuster. A Death Warrant in Disguise If the deal closes, Jake Paul will be moving up a weight class to face a true heavyweight, Anthony Joshua. This will be a genuine Jake Paul heavyweight fight. For Paul, it’s the ultimate headline dream against a bona fide professional boxer. For Joshua, it’s an opportunity to showcase elite separation on the global stage. Winning against Joshua would be unprecedented. Losing could completely undermine his crossover credibility. The collapse of the previous fight highlights a larger problem: the spectacle era of boxing, fueled by social media and Netflix, often falls apart under the pressure of real-world accountability. Hearn says the final word on the Anthony Joshua fight in December is due within the next 48 hours. Follow WBN social channels for breaking updates and any Paul vs Joshua odds changes. About the Author Phil Jay is a veteran boxing journalist with over 15 years of experience covering the global fight scene. As Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News (WBN) since 2010, Jay has interviewed dozens of world champions and reported ringside on boxing’s biggest nights. View all articles by Phil Jay and learn more about his work in combat sports journalism.

Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) is undoubtedly on cloud nine. With a fresh victory against Julio Cesar Chavez (54-7-1, 34 KOs) under his belt, he is all set to take over the world of boxing by storm. And he has set the ball rolling by calling for a fight against Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs). While this callout has set the boxing world abuzz, pondering the probability of the fight, Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn has pitched in about the potential fight and whether Paul deserves it. Talking to Sky Sports…

After weeks of speculation and rumors, it is now official: Jake Paul will face Anthony Joshua on December 19 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, FL, live on Netflix. There were questions whether Paul would still fight in December, with the proposed date rapidly approaching the 30-day mark. On Monday morning, the world woke up to the news that Paul will face Joshua, and it could be the second-most-watched boxing event, if not the first, a title held by Paul vs. Mike Tyson. This is Paul’s biggest test to date and the most dangerous.

Jake Paul e Anthony Joshua stanno finalizzando l'accordo per un combattimento che avrà luogo a Miami a Dicembre.