Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua December 19 fight
In a sensational crossover announcement, Jake Paul will take on former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in a professional boxing match on December 19, 2025, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
Promoted by Most Valuable Promotions, the bout is officially sanctioned as a full heavyweight fight rather than an exhibition. It will run for eight three-minute rounds, with both fighters using 10‑oz gloves.
The event, dubbed “Judgment Day”, will stream live globally on Netflix, making it widely accessible to fans around the world. According to scheduling information, the broadcast is expected to begin at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
Both fighters offered bold statements ahead of the fight. Paul declared, “This isn’t an AI simulation. This is Judgment Day … When I beat Anthony Joshua, every doubt disappears … the torch gets passed and Britain’s Goliath gets put to sleep.” For his part, Joshua, who hasn’t fought since his knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in 2024, said there would be “no mercy.” He called the bout “a big opportunity” after his recent time away from the ring.
The deal also comes with a weight limit clause for Joshua: he must weigh in under 245 pounds, a cap not previously imposed in his career.
This showdown represents a major escalation for Paul, who has largely competed in crossover or lower‑tier fights, and a significant return for Joshua, eager for a high-profile comeback.
