The YouTube sensation turned boxer Jake Paul weighed in at 216.6 pounds, facing off against former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua, who is at 243 pounds. In Jake Paul’s last outing, he faced Mike Tyson over eight rounds with shorter two-minute durations and heavier gloves. In contrast, this upcoming fight employs three-minute rounds with the standard glove weight of ten ounces.
Taking place in an expanded 22x22 foot ring—larger than the usual 20x20 foot dimensions—the bout aims to amp up the agility factor for both fighters. "The decision was made to provide a greater sense of action and movement for both the live audience and fans watching globally on Netflix," enthusiasts shared. Analysts suggest this increased ring space could favor Paul by allowing him more room to maneuver and avoid extended close-range exchanges.
As fans gear up for this curious matchup, many will tune in worldwide via Netflix on Friday night to see whether Jake Paul can use every inch of that extra space or if Anthony Joshua's power will prevail in Miami.