Crawford.” Paul feels that facing the 36-year-old Joshua will silence his critics and prove his worth in the boxing world.
Anthony Joshua’s Recent Struggles
In response to the rumors, Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, confirmed mutual interest in a big-money matchup against Paul. “If we are going to have a run-out fight, why not run out against Jake Paul for a lot of money?” Hearn told ESPN’s James Dielhenn. The Brit has not fought in over a year, having suffered a fifth-round knockout loss against Daniel Dubois in September 2024. Prior to that, Joshua had won his last four fights, including a knockout victory over former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou.
Despite the gap in his recent fighting record, Joshua’s promoter sees an opportunity for him to bounce back with a high-profile fight against Paul, who is coming off a unanimous decision win over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in June.
The Implications and Anticipation
Facing Joshua is a major step-up in competition for Paul, as the 28-year-old typically weighs around 200 pounds on fight night, while Joshua traditionally tips the scales at over 250 pounds. Many will be interested in seeing if Paul can handle the increased physical demands of a heavyweight bout.
The potential match between Paul and Joshua would certainly generate significant media attention and fan interest, given their contrasting backgrounds and public personas. It remains to be seen whether this fight will materialize as scheduled for December 2025 in Miami, but it could mark a turning point in both fighters’ careers.
