US EditionJake Paul to fight Anthony Joshua on Dec. 19 in Miami
The heavyweight bout features eight three-minute rounds with regulation gloves and a $267 million purse, streamed exclusively on Netflix in a professional contest.
- Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul headline a professional heavyweight bout in Miami on Friday 19 December, streaming exclusively on Netflix with eight three-minute rounds.
- After Paul’s scheduled bout with Gervonta Davis fell through due to a lawsuit, promoters and Paul accelerated talks to finalise the December fight, with Nakisa Bidarian calling it 'an incredible day'.
- The fight is scheduled for eight three‑minute rounds under pro rules, with both men contracted to weigh under 245lbs and wear regulation 10‑ounce gloves, while Paul claimed he was being paid $267,000,000.
- Joshua returns to the ring after a stoppage loss to Daniel Dubois and a 14-month gap, while Paul confirmed the first press conference on November 21 at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
- Described as 'bizarre yet seismic,' the fight could spark more crossover bouts, with Joshua calling it `a big opportunity` and Paul pushing the concept since March this year.
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