UPDATE: In a striking development ahead of the highly anticipated fight, Anthony Joshua has officially weighed in at 243.4 lbs (17st 5lbs), nearly two stone heavier than Jake Paul, who tipped the scales at 216.6 lbs (15st 6lbs). This clash is set to unfold tonight at the Kaseya Center in Miami, with both fighters preparing for an intense eight-round professional bout.
The former two-time world heavyweight champion, Joshua, will enter the ring with a significant weight advantage of 26.8 lbs (1.9st) over the YouTuber-turned-boxer. Despite being under the 245 lbs limit, Joshua’s weight is notably below the 252.5 lbs he weighed for his last match against Daniel Dubois in September 2024.
Critics have been vocal about the legitimacy of this matchup, questioning Joshua’s decision to face Paul, whose career primarily features bouts against former UFC fighters and aging boxing legends. The backlash continues to grow, and tonight’s weigh-in has done little to alleviate concerns among boxing purists.
As the clock ticks down to fight time, anticipation is building, but so is skepticism regarding the integrity of the sport. Will Joshua’s experience and weight advantage translate into a decisive victory, or will Paul surprise the boxing world once again? Fans are eager for answers as this intriguing matchup approaches.
Stay tuned as we bring you live updates from the ring, with the fight expected to kick off shortly. What happens next could redefine both fighters’ careers, making this an event not to be missed.
