Anthony Joshua takes on Jake Paul tonight in a controversial heavyweight fight which could end very badly indeed for the YouTube sensation
Anthony Joshua makes a surprise return to the ring tonight against Jake Paul.
The former two-time heavyweight world champion has not fought since he was knocked out by Daniel Dubois 15 months ago. Joshua lost out on the chance to become a three-time ruler of boxing’s premier division and has taken a year out to regroup. He returns tonight against YouTuber Paul in a fight nobody saw coming – and few people want to see.
But the fighters will meet in the ring in a few short hours with Joshua the overwhelming favourite to knock out Paul inside the opening couple of rounds. Paul insists it is he who will have his hand raised in what would be the biggest upset in boxing history. Here is everything you need to know about tonight’s fight…
What UK time will Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul start tonight?
Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul are expected to walk to the ring at around 3.30am UK time on Saturday, with the fight starting just afterwards. The first fight of the night is scheduled to start at 10pm while the main card is scheduled to kick off at 1am. All fight times are subject to change and will depend on how long the undercard takes to complete.
How to watch Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul in the UK on TV and live stream
Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul is being streamed live on Netflix to its 300million customers worldwide. There is no charge for existing subscribers while new subscribers can join via the link below. As the fight is on Netflix, fans can watch on their TVs or through their mobile device using the app.
Watch Jake vs Joshua live on Netflix for free
Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul will face off for a heavyweight clash in Miami on December 19. The fight will stream live on Netflix, which fans can get for free with Sky’s £15 Essential TV bundle, the brand’s ‘lowest ever price’ for Sky TV.
Fight card, undercard, running order and start times
- Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua – 3.30am
- Alycia Baumgardner vs Leila Beaudoin – 2.30am
- Anderson Silva vs Tyron Woodley – 1.45am
- Jahmal Harvey vs Kevin Cervantes – 1am
- Cherneka Johnson vs Amanda Calla – 12.15am
- Caroline Dubois vs Camila Panatta – 11.30pm
- Yokasta Valle vs Yadira Bustillos – 11pm
- Avious Griffin vs Justin Cardona – 10.30pm
- Keno Marley vs Diarra Davis Jr – 10pm
Quotes corner
Anthony Joshua : “I want them (fans) to pray for me, I want them to pray for my opponent because he’s going to need it. I’m going to outclass this kid, I’m just going to outclass him. I’m a serious fighter, that’s the difference, I’m a serious, serious fighter and you’re going to get f***ed up, it is what it is.”
Jake Paul: “I smell fear. I see something in his eyes, I truly do. The pressure is on him, I’m fighting free, I’ve already won. This is a lose-lose situation for him, I’ve got him in a corner right where I want him. I’m here to show the world what’s possible, show kids what’s possible with self-belief. That’s what this whole fight is about. I’m here to change the sport, inspire the next generation of athletes to chase their goals and do the unthinkable.”
