Jake Paul Set to Fight Ex-Heavyweight Champ Joshua in Miami

Boxing fans are in for a thrilling spectacle as former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua faces YouTube sensation Jake Paul in Miami next month.

Joshua, 36, a two-time unified heavyweight champion, returns to the ring after a year-long absence following his loss to Daniel Dubois, while Paul, 28, is riding momentum from his victory over Mike Tyson in November 2024.

The eight-round bout, held at Kaseya Center, marks a high-profile clash between boxing’s elite and social media fame.

This replacement fight follows the cancellation of Paul’s scheduled exhibition with Gervonta Davis and promises a unique showdown blending traditional boxing skills with viral notoriety, capturing the attention of sports fans and social audiences alike.