In a stunning development that has sent shockwaves through the boxing world, Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul are close to finalising a deal for a heavyweight showdown that will stream live on Netflix this December.
From Cancelled Bout to Super Fight
The potential matchup comes after Paul's previously scheduled fight against lightweight world champion Gervonta Davis was abruptly cancelled. That bout had been set for November 14th in Miami but was scrapped after Davis faced serious legal allegations.
According to reports, Davis became embroiled in a civil lawsuit accusing him of kidnapping and battery, prompting Paul's promotion company, Most Valuable Promotions, to cancel the entire event. This left the YouTube-turned-professional boxer scrambling to find a new opponent before the year's end.
The Search for a New Opponent
The boxing community has been abuzz with speculation about who would step in to face Paul on relatively short notice. The answer, as reported by The Ring Magazine, has proven more sensational than anyone anticipated.
Rather than selecting another mid-tier opponent, Paul's team appears to have secured what would be the most significant challenge of his boxing career to date. Anthony Joshua, the two-time heavyweight champion and British boxing icon, has emerged as the leading candidate to face Paul in what would represent a monumental step up in competition for the social media star.
Netflix Enters the Boxing Arena
The proposed fight marks another major foray into live sports for streaming giant Netflix, which has been gradually expanding its sports programming. Broadcasting a heavyweight bout featuring one of boxing's most recognised names represents a significant coup for the platform.
While details remain scarce, sources indicate that negotiations are in advanced stages, with both parties working to finalise terms for the December showdown. The fight would represent Joshua's first appearance on a streaming-only platform and potentially one of the most-watched boxing events of the year.
Boxing fans and sports commentators alike are awaiting official confirmation, which is expected to come in the following days as both camps put the finishing touches on what promises to be one of the most talked-about sporting events of 2025.
