**Jake Paul to Face Anthony Joshua in Highly Anticipated Boxing Match**
YouTube sensation Jake Paul is set to enter the ring against British heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in a boxing event that has generated both excitement and criticism. Taking place in Florida, this match marks a significant return for the 36-year-old Joshua, who has been out of action for 14 months. For the 28-year-old Paul, this fight represents the most significant and potentially perilous challenge since he began his boxing career in 2020. Here’s everything you need to know about the event, including timings, undercard details, and how to watch.
**Fight Timing and Location**
The Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua fight is scheduled for Friday, December 19, at the Kaseya Center in Miami. Due to the time difference, viewers in the UK will catch the event early on Saturday, December 20. The main card is expected to start around 8 PM local time, which translates to 1 AM in the UK. The ring walks for both fighters are anticipated at 10:30 PM local time, or 3:30 AM in the UK. The bout will consist of eight three-minute rounds, with standard 10oz gloves.
**Undercard Fights**
The undercard features several exciting matchups, including:
– Alycia Baumgardner vs. Leila Beaudoin for the unified super-featherweight world championship
– Anderson Silva vs. Tyron Woodley in a six-round cruiserweight bout
– Jahmal Harvey vs. Kevin Cervantes in a six-round super-featherweight fight
Preliminary fights will kick off at 4:45 PM local time (9:45 PM UK time) and include:
– Cherneka Johnson vs. Amanda Galle for the undisputed bantamweight championship
– Caroline Dubois vs. Camila Panatta for the WBC lightweight world championship
– Yokasta Valle vs. Yadira Bustillos for the WBC strawweight world championship
– Avious Griffin vs. Justin Cardona in welterweight action
– Keno Marley vs. Diarra Davis Jr. in cruiserweight
**How to Watch**
Fans can stream the main event live on Netflix without any additional purchase or pay-per-view fees, provided they have a subscription to the service.
**Fighter Comparison and Weigh-In Results**
At the official weigh-in on December 18, Joshua, a two-time world heavyweight champion, weighed in at 17st 5lbs (243.4lbs), giving him a significant weight advantage over Paul, who came in at 15st 6lbs (216lbs). This marks a 1.9 stone difference, with Joshua being the lightest he has been since his first fight against Oleksandr Usyk in September 2021. Paul, on the other hand, has only weighed in over the cruiserweight limit once before, during his bout with 58-year-old Mike Tyson.
Joshua expressed confidence ahead of the fight, stating, “I’m going to outclass this kid, I’m just going to outclass him,” while emphasizing his seriousness as a fighter.
**Conclusion**
The upcoming fight between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua promises to be a thrilling event, showcasing the clash of a social media star and a seasoned heavyweight champion. As fans eagerly await the match, it will be interesting to see how this bout unfolds and what it means for both fighters’ careers.
**FAQ**
**What is the date and location of the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua fight?**
The fight is scheduled for December 19 at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
