Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul faced off for the final pre-fight confrontation in Miami after both fighters successfully made weight for tonight’s highly anticipated heavyweight clash.
Two-time world champion Joshua tipped the scales at 243.4 pounds, comfortably under the 245-pound contract limit. Social media star-turned-boxer Paul weighed in at 216.6 pounds, significantly lighter than his British-Nigerian opponent.
Fight Details and Rules
The professional bout begins at 1:00 am Nigerian time (Saturday morning) at Miami’s Kaseya Center. Sanctioned as an eight-round professional contest, knockouts are permitted throughout. Should Joshua knock down Paul, the American will receive the standard 10-count recovery opportunity. If the fight goes the distance, three judges will determine the winner.
Expert Predictions
Most boxing analysts predict Joshua will secure an early stoppage victory, with many expecting the contest to conclude within the first two rounds. Joshua returns to the ring for the first time since his September knockout loss to Daniel Dubois, carrying expectations from boxing purists against the crossover star Paul.
Paul maintains confidence in his ability to deliver what he calls “sporting history’s biggest upset,” despite being the significant underdog.
Undercard and Viewing Information
The co-main event features unified junior lightweight champion Alycia Baumgardner (129.2 lbs) against challenger Leila Beaudoin (130 lbs). All fighters on the card successfully made weight.
Nigerian viewers can stream the event live:
- Prelims start at 9:45 pm WAT (Tudum)
- Main card begins at 1:00 am WAT (Netflix)
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