Jake Paul will face the most formidable challenge of his boxing career when he meets two-time unified heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua in a professional megafight scheduled for December 19th at Miami’s Kaseya Center. The blockbuster announcement confirms what many considered impossible—the YouTube-turned-prizefighter will share the ring with Britain’s Olympic gold medalist and knockout artist in an eight-round professional contest sanctioned with 10oz gloves.
The fight, officially titled “Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day,” will stream live globally on Netflix at no additional cost to the platform’s 300 million subscribers, continuing the streaming giant’s aggressive move into live sports broadcasting. This marks Paul’s second live event on Netflix following his record-breaking victory over Mike Tyson in November 2024.
The Ultimate Risk for Boxing’s Biggest Disruptor
At face value, this matchup represents an extraordinary risk for Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs). The 28-year-old, currently ranked #14 by the WBA at cruiserweight, will be giving up significant size and experience against Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs), one of the most accomplished heavyweights of his generation. While Paul has steadily improved his skills against MMA converts and ageing legends, Joshua represents active, world-class competition, with 25 knockouts from 28 victories.
Paul’s confidence, however, remains characteristically unshaken. “This isn’t an AI simulation. This is Judgment Day,” Paul declared. “When I beat Anthony Joshua, every doubt disappears, and no one can deny me the opportunity to fight for a world title. To all my haters, this is what you wanted.”
Joshua’s Return to the Spotlight
For Anthony Joshua, the fight represents another high-profile opportunity to showcase his power on a global stage. The former two-time unified champion has remained active since his September 2024 bout against Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium, where he fought in front of 96,000 fans. Joshua’s devastating knockout of Francis Ngannou in March 2024 demonstrated that his concussive power remains very much intact.
“Jake or anyone can get this work. No mercy,” Joshua stated bluntly. “I’m coming back with a mega show. It’s a big opportunity for me. Whether you like it or not, I’m here to do massive numbers, have big fights and break every record.”
Netflix’s Growing Sports Ambitions
The partnership with Netflix continues the streaming service’s rapid expansion into live sports. Their September broadcast of Terrence Crawford vs. Canelo Álvarez attracted over 41 million viewers, demonstrating the platform’s ability to deliver massive audiences for premium boxing content.
“Anthony Joshua is one of the most formidable and decorated heavyweights in the world – the ultimate test for any fighter,” said Gabe Spitzer, Vice President of Sports at Netflix. “We have immense respect for Jake Paul’s decision to take this challenge; it demonstrates the fearless ambition he has for his career.”
Fight Week Details and Ticket Information
The fight week festivities will begin with a kickoff press conference on November 21st at Miami’s Kaseya Center, hosted by renowned combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani. The event will be free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tickets for “Jake vs. Joshua: Judgment Day” go on sale November 21st at 12pm ET through Ticketmaster, with fans able to register for pre-sale access at jakevsjoshua.com. The event will also feature MVP’s exclusive VIP experiences, including the “MVP Owner’s Experience.”
A Defining Moment for Combat Sports
This matchup continues the blurring of lines between traditional boxing and the new era of entertainment-driven combat sports. Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions has consistently delivered events that capture mainstream attention, while Joshua represents the established boxing hierarchy.
As MVP CEO Nakisa Bidarian noted: “Everyone laughed when Jake Paul said in March that he wanted to fight AJ in 2026. Well, plans changed, and in under two weeks, MVP and Netflix have made one of the biggest fights of all time.”
The December 19th showdown in Miami promises to be another cultural moment that transcends traditional boxing audiences, potentially setting new viewership records for the sport.
Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua: Key Details
Event Information
- Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
- Location: Kaseya Center, Miami, Florida
- Broadcast: Netflix (global live stream)
- Rounds: 8 x 3 minutes
- Gloves: 10oz
- Sanctioning: Professional heavyweight bout
Ticket & Press Conference Details
- Ticket Sales: November 21, 12pm ET via Ticketmaster
- Pre-sale Registration: jakevsjoshua.com
- Press Conference: November 21, 1pm ET at Kaseya Center
- Press Host: Ariel Helwani
- Public Access: Free, first-come first-served
