Jake Paul, a prominent figure who migrated from social media to professional boxing, is preparing for the biggest challenge of his career. Ele will face former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. The highly anticipated clash is scheduled for Friday, December 19, 2025, at Kaseya Center, at Miami, Estados Unidos.
The main fight is expected to start at around 11:30 pm at Brasília time, with the fighters entering the ring. The event will be broadcast exclusively on the Netflix platform to all its subscribers around the world, with no additional pay-per-view costs.
This clash pits Paul against an Olympic opponent with extensive experience in elite combat. Expectations are high to see how the influencer will fare against a boxer with such a robust resume, in a definitive test of his trajectory in the sport.
Preparation of athletes
Jake Paul has dedicated himself intensely to training, focusing on power and endurance to face a higher caliber opponent. Ele stated in recent interviews that he intends to surprise the world with a convincing performance, intensifying his training to improve the technique and speed of his strikes.
Anthony Joshua, in turn, emphasized his experience as an Olympic medalist and former world heavyweight champion. Ele trained with a focus on technique and distance control, aiming to neutralize Paul’s aggression from the first rounds and maintain the physical advantage throughout the fight.
Strategies for the ring
Jake Paul’s team adjusted the fight plan to exploit possible gaps in Joshua’s defense. The strategy involves quick movements and unexpected combinations to try to destabilize the more experienced opponent.
Joshua, with his Olympic history, should try to keep his distance and use his powerful jab to control the pace of the fight. Sua technical team worked on defense and lateral movement to avoid direct attacks from Paul.
Analysts point out that Paul needs to adopt an aggressive strategy and look for a decisive blow in the opening rounds. A prolonged fight could favor Joshua, due to his greater resistance and experience in high-level combat.
The intensity of training and the physical preparation of both fighters indicate that the fight will be a spectacle of strength and technique. Cada boxer seeks to impose his style to guarantee victory in this high-profile confrontation.
Full card details
The event offers an extensive program with fights in different categories, promising to entertain boxing fans from start to finish. The preliminary fights will begin at 5:45 pm local time on Miami, with free broadcast on official Netflix channels, while the main card starts at 8 pm local time, featuring duels that include world titles and boxing promises, adding value to the overall spectacle and broadening the interest of the global audience.
* Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua (heavy, 8 rounds)
* Alycia Baumgardner vs Leila Beaudoin (women’s super featherweight unified title)
* Anderson Silva vs Tyron Woodley (cruiserweight, 6 rounds)
* Jahmal Harvey vs Kevin Cervantes (super featherweight, 6 rounds)
*Cherneka Johnson vs Amanda Galle (bantamweight title)
* Caroline Dubois vs Camila Panatta (WBC lightweight title)
* Yokasta Valle vs Yadira Bustillos (WBC strawweight title)
* Avious Griffin vs Justin Cardona (welterweight)
*Keno Marley vs Diarra Davis Jr (cruiserweight)
Expert reviews
Roy Jones Jr., multiple world champion and boxing legend, analyzed that Joshua has technical superiority developed since his youth. Ele advised Paul to look for an early decisive blow, as a prolonged fight would favor the Brit, given his experience in longer rounds.
Comments from other former fighters reinforce that Jake Paul has progressed in his career, but faces an unprecedented level of competition. The general expectation is for an intense fight, with Anthony Joshua being named as the favorite in betting and technical analysis.
Broadcast times and access
Netflix will broadcast the event live globally, with no extra subscription required beyond the standard platform. The main card is scheduled to start at 8pm local time on Miami (9pm on Brasília).
The fighters’ entry into the ring for the main event is estimated at 10:30 pm local time. The preliminaries will be available on Netflix’s complementary channels starting at 5:45 pm local time, with the broadcast including commentary in multiple languages and immediate replays after the end of each fight.
Results of preliminary fights
The initial fights on the card have already recorded impressive results, warming up the audience present at Kaseya Center. Keno Marley beat Diarra Davis Jr by unanimous decision in the cruiserweight category, demonstrating dominance throughout all rounds.
Then, Avious Griffin knocked out Justin Cardona in the first round with a quick and precise combination, surprising the spectators and showing his power at welterweight. The atmosphere at the venue indicates high expectations for the main duel.
Expectations of the protagonists
Jake Paul stated that he predicts a knockout victory in the fifth round, based on his physical and mental preparation. Ele highlighted his motivation to shock skeptics and advance in the professional boxing ranks.
The context of the mega event
The duel came about after the cancellation of another Paul schedule, being quickly scheduled for December 2025. The choice of Miami as the venue attracted international attention, with ticket sales sold out in premium categories and great demand.
The fight follows professional boxing rules, with eight three-minute rounds and 10-ounce gloves, standard for the category. Não there is an additional weight limit beyond the heavyweight norms, guaranteeing a direct confrontation without regulatory advantages.
Scenario for the main fight
Analysts predict dominance of Anthony Joshua in the early rounds, attributed to his superior reach and technical precision. Sua ability to control the center of the ring and dictate the pace will be crucial to your winning strategy.
Jake Paul, however, bets on his power and ability to deliver unexpected blows to seek turns and surprise his opponent. The unpredictability of your attacks can be a determining factor, especially if you manage to close the distance.
The event marks yet another expansion of boxing on streaming platforms, reaching audiences beyond the traditional public. The exclusive broadcast on Netflix positions the sport on a new level of global accessibility, attracting a diverse audience.
