What happens when a YouTuber-turned-professional boxer steps into the ring with a two-time unified heavyweight champion and former Olympic gold medalist with more than double the fighting experience? That’s what we’ll find out when Jake Paul meets Anthony Joshua.
Paul vs. Joshua takes place Friday night at Kaseya Center in Miami.
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Paul originally was slated to meet another decorated, albeit much smaller, boxing champ in Gervonta Davis – that is, until the scheduled Nov. 14 fight was canceled in the wake of Davis facing allegations of assaulting his ex-girlfriend at a strip club. Shortly after, Joshua surprisingly accepted a lucrative offer to replace Davis and fight Paul, flipping the script entirely when it comes to the size discrepancy.
With Paul vs. Joshua almost upon us, here’s everything you need to know.
What is the size difference between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua?
In short, the size difference between Paul and Joshua is huge.
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Paul is listed at 6-foot-1 with a reach of 76 inches. Joshua stands 6-foot-5 with a reach of 82 inches. At Thursday’s weigh-ins, Paul was 216.6 pounds, with Joshua tipping the scale at 243.4. Because of the naturally huge size difference, Joshua was contractually obligated to weigh in no heavier than 245.
What is the difference in experience between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua?
Jun 28, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. lands a hit against Jake Paul at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Paul made his professional boxing debut in January 2020 and has 13 fights under his belt, posting a 12-1 record with seven knockouts. Six of Paul’s fights have been against UFC veterans, two against aging boxers (Mike Tyson and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.), one against a former NBA player, and one against an influencer. Paul’s lone defeat came against Tommy Fury, the younger brother of former heavyweight champ Tyson Fury, by split decision in February 2023.
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Joshua began boxing as an 18-year-old amateur in 2007. He won Olympic gold for Great Britain at the 2012 Summer Games before turning professional in October 2013. Joshua has 32 fights under his belt, posting a 28-4 record with 25 knockouts. He has twice been the unified heavyweight champion of the world.
How old are Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua?
Paul is 28 years old (he turns 29 on Jan. 17). Joshua is 36 and most recently had a birthday on Oct. 15.
Is Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua a professional bout or exhibition?
Paul vs. Joshua is a professional bout that has been sanctioned by the Florida Athletic Commission.
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How many rounds is Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua?
Paul vs. Joshua is scheduled for eight, 3-minute rounds.
What are the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua betting odds?
Across the board, Joshua is a big betting favorite to win the fight. Here are the odds from three major online sportsbooks:
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Fan Duel: Joshua -850, Paul +550
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DraftKings: Joshua -1000, Paul +650
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BetMGM: Joshua -910, Paul +600
How can I watch Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua?
The Paul vs. Joshua prelims start at 4:45 p.m. ET and will be live streamed for free on YouTube. The Paul vs. Joshua main card begins at 8 p.m. ET and is available to watch live on Netflix for anyone with a standard subscription, free of a pay-per-view charge.
Paul and Joshua are expected to walk out to the ring at approximately 10:30 p.m. ET
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Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua full fight card
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Heavyweight: Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua
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Super-featherweight: Alycia Baumgardner (c) vs. Leila Beaudoin
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Cruiserweight: Anderson Silva (191.4) vs. Tyron Woodley
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Bantamweight: Cherneka Johnson (c) vs. Amanda Galle
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Lightweight: Caroline Dubois (c) vs. Camilla Panatta
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Strawweight: Yokasta Valle (c) vs. Yadira Bustillos
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Welterweight: Avious Griffin vs. Justin Cardona
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Cruiserweight: Keno Marley vs. Diarra Davis Jr.
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Jahmal Harvey vs. Kevin Cervantes
This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua viewers guide: What you need to know
