Ryan Garcia has expressed skepticism about the upcoming heavyweight bout between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua. The anticipated fight is scheduled for December 19 in Miami, where the two will go head-to-head over eight three-minute rounds wearing 10oz gloves. Paul, who last fought in June with a decision victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, had a previous matchup with Gervonta Davis canceled due to legal issues. Joshua, on the other hand, has been inactive since suffering a knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in September 2024.
During a recent press conference in Miami, where both fighters met face-to-face, Garcia raised concerns about the size difference between Joshua and Paul, casting doubt on the fight’s occurrence. Despite the clash of opinions, the heavyweight showdown is set to be streamed live on Netflix on December 19. Paul, angered by Garcia’s remarks, fired back at the boxer, highlighting his own upcoming fights.
Following the cancellation of Paul’s fight with Davis, he called out several boxing stars, including Garcia, to settle their differences. However, DAZN, the streaming service, declined Garcia’s switch to their platform, citing contractual obligations with Matchroom. The decision was perceived as favoring Joshua over Paul due to their anticipated outcomes in the upcoming fight.
The highly-anticipated clash between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul in Miami is scheduled for December 19, just days before Christmas. The event is expected to begin around 11 pm local time, catering to the American audience, with live streaming available on Netflix. Fight times may vary based on the undercard matches, subject to potential changes.