JAKE PAUL and Anthony Joshua are set to collide on a blockbuster Netflix card that promises major headlines.
And with the fight actually happening TONIGHT, fans have been left asking one major question – is this actually a professional bout?
The announcement last month sent shockwaves through the boxing world, with Paul now stepping in against one of the biggest active names in the sport in Anthony Joshua.
Paul has steadily risen through the ranks in recent years, taking on tougher opponents as his boxing journey has progressed.
His bout against Mike Tyson last year dominated headlines and became one of the biggest talking points in the sport.
Now, the YouTuber-turned-boxer gets his biggest test yet, a shot against the former heavyweight world champion.
Many believe this should be a routine night for the Brit, with fans expecting Joshua to steamroll Paul in what is widely being viewed as a non-competitive fight.
AJ has spent over a decade fighting the very best heavyweight fighters in the world, making this clash feel like a major step down in level.
As a result, plenty of fans have been left questioning whether the bout is officially sanctioned as a professional fight at all.
Here at SunSport, we bring you all the details on this huge headliner.
Is Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua an exhibition match, or will it count on their professional records?
Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua IS a fully sanctioned professional bout and will count on both fighters’ official boxing records.
The fight has been sanctioned as a heavyweight contest and is scheduled for eight three-minute rounds.
Both men will wear 10oz gloves, with a maximum weight limit of 245lb in place for the bout.
When is Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua?
- The event is set for Friday, December 19 in the US.
- For British viewers, this fight takes place in the early hours of Saturday, December 20 due to the time difference.
- The action begins at 8pm ET or 1am GMT.
- Paul vs Joshua ring-walks are set for approximately 10:30pm ET or 3:30am GMT.
- The bout will be hosted at the Kaseya Centre in Miami, Florida.
Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua – all the info
A true Christmas miracle!
The world will stand still TOMORROW NIGHT as the face of British boxing, Anthony Joshua, is all set to go up against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.
AJ steps in on a month’s notice after Paul’s ‘David vs Goliath’ Gervonta Davis clash was axed due to Tank’s civil suit case.
And Joshua will be desperate not to suffer the same fate as legends Mike Tyson and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, who both lost to YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul.
Particularly as a handsome figure was negotiated to get this Judgement Day deal over the line due to AJ’s DAZN contract.
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