Joshua and Paul set for December fight in Miami

Former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is reportedly preparing for a sensational return to the ring as he gets ready to face social media star-turned-boxer Jake Paul in a high-profile heavyweight clash expected to take place in Miami in December

According to reports from the Daily Mail, negotiations between Joshua’s team and Paul’s camp are nearing completion, with either December 9 or 12 being targeted for the much-anticipated showdown.

Joshua has been out of action since his defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024. The British boxing icon has been carefully considering his next step, and it now appears that his comeback fight will be one of the most talked-about matchups in recent years.

Dubois brutally knocked out Joshua in the fifth round, derailing hopes of him mounting a charge for the heavyweight titles.

Paul, who has steadily built a credible boxing career since transitioning from YouTube fame to professional fighting, was originally scheduled to face Gervonta Davis on November 14. However, that fight was cancelled after Davis faced serious allegations of domestic violence.

Paul could now face Joshua in what would be a blockbuster clash between a former unified champion and one of boxing’s most controversial figures. The fight would mark Joshua’s return to the ring after more than a year of inactivity, while Paul continues his journey from social media stardom to legitimate boxing contender.

If the bout materialises, it would generate significant interest from both traditional boxing fans and Paul’s massive social media following, potentially becoming one of the biggest pay-per-view events of the year.