Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua are gearing up for a much-talked-about boxing match on December 19. The unusual pairing has sparked conspiracy theories and debates among fans about its legitimacy.
Jake Paul, known for his transition from YouTube to the boxing ring, called out both Gervonta Davis and Anthony Joshua before this match became reality. On the other hand, Anthony Joshua comes with a reputation as a professional heavyweight boxer with impressive size, reach, and punching power.
The contrast between their physical builds is stark: Joshua tips the scales at over 245 pounds, while Paul steps into the ring significantly lighter than usual. This difference adds another layer of intrigue as many wonder how such opponents can provide a fair fight.
All eyes are on the financial side too. As one source put it, "Money talks and both boxers are set to make a ton of money on December 19." However, it's this financial incentive that has fueled speculation about whether there's some form of understanding behind the scenes. Barry McGuigan expressed skepticism in an [interview](https://blog.betway.com/boxing/barry-mcguigan-ben-whittakers-knocking-on-door-of-world-title-fight/) with Betway: "It's hard to believe they wouldn't have signed some sort of caveat," he said, casting doubt over how such an uneven matchup was forged.
Fans remain skeptical due to Paul's previous fights that often stirred controversy. His bout against Mike Tyson left viewers wondering if Tyson had gone easy due to his age or if there was something more at play. Comparisons naturally arise as Joshua's youth makes him far from retirement age like Tyson, prompting fears that any apparent lapse in authentic competition could prompt allegations of match-fixing.
Amidst all this chatter, one thing stands clear—if Jake Paul manages anything but an expected defeat against Anthony Joshua, questions will continue swirling around what truly transpired in the ring.
