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Picking Up the Pieces, Maya Jama Draws Closer to “A J” During

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Picking Up the Pieces, Maya Jama Draws Closer to “A J” During New Campaign—Romance Rumors Swirl After Stormzy Breakup

Maya Jama appeared nonplussed by her recent split with Stormzy as she spent time with heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua on Wednesday.

The presenter is currently working on a new Lucozade campaign with Joshua, and she was filmed interviewing the sportsman at a London gym as he prepares for his hotly anticipated rematch with Andy Ruiz, Jr

Taking to Instagram stories, Maya, 25, shared a short behind the scenes video of herself chatting with the dethroned former unified world heavyweight champion as they sat alongside one another outside a boxing ring.

The presenter also shared a joke with fans by claiming Joshua, who travels to Saudi Arabia for his rematch with Ruiz, Jr in December, was ‘teaching her how to fight.’

She later shared a selfie with the boxer, who grinned while sitting next to Maya following their promotional interview.

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Given its timing, newly single Maya’s latest posts prompted inevitable speculation from fans – with many claiming the pair have the makings of a potential couple.

Taking to Twitter, one follower predicated: ‘The new power couple, early stages.’

While another urged the pair to get together, adding: ‘We love to see it.’

Maya and grime star Stormzy dated for four years but are believed to have ended their relationship in order to focus on their respective careers.

Maya’s representative told MailOnline: ‘I can confirm the relationship has ended and Maya has separated from Stormzy.’

The couple were last seen together on Wednesday August 14, where they celebrated Maya’s birthday with a dinner at swanky Mayfair eatery, Sexy Fish.

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They first went public with their romance in 2016 after initially keeping their relationship private, and have made no secret of their commitment to each other.

Stormzy previously said he planned to marry Maya, telling the Sunday Mirror in February 2018: ‘I’m still so young but I want to propose, it’s going to happen and I will do it right. She is so sick, she is the best.’

Meanwhile, Maya has been less outspoken about their relationship, and last year hit out at the fact that she was often referred to as ‘Stormzy’s girlfriend’, calling the term ‘ignorant.’

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Daniel Dubois: “People Still Doubt I’m the Real Deal, But They

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Daniel Dubois: “People Still Doubt I’m the Real Deal, But They Won’t for Long”

Just hours before Daniel Dubois stunned the boxing world by knocking out Anthony Joshua in front of a roaring crowd of 96,000 at Wembley Stadium last September, he and his father, Stan, were quietly throwing a party at their Essex home.

Unbeknownst to them, the gathering wasn’t just a pre-fight ritual—it was a prophetic celebration of the seismic shift that was about to shake the heavyweight division. That night, Joshua was flattened, his legacy rattled, and months later, Tyson Fury would fail to reclaim his world titles from Oleksandr Usyk—cementing a new chapter in heavyweight history.

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Now, the party plans are back in motion. This weekend, Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs) prepares to run it back against Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) in a high-stakes rematch for the undisputed heavyweight crown—this time on home soil.

“We had a little celebration before the AJ fight,” Dubois told The Ring. “Music, food, good vibes. My dad brought some people around. We’re doing it again. Same energy. Just… less eating for me. Can’t go in the ring full,” he added with a smile.

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But this time, there’s far more at stake than personal glory.

“Dubois becomes the first fighter to headline Wembley twice in succession”

With this bout, Dubois becomes the first fighter to headline Wembley twice in succession—a feat no one before him has achieved. If he wins, he doesn’t just reclaim respect—he takes the throne.

“This will be historic,” Dubois declares. “When I win at Wembley, it becomes mine. It used to be Joshua’s fortress—now it’s my kingdom. A lot of people still don’t see me as ‘The Man.’ But I will leave no doubt. This is my moment to stamp it. I am that guy.”

Their first meeting in Poland saw Dubois crumble under Usyk’s precision, a ninth-round TKO loss after a controversial low blow and mounting pressure. Questions swirled about Dubois’ heart and durability.

But with trainer Don Charles now fully in sync, that narrative has shifted. Some believe Usyk exaggerated the effects of Dubois’ fifth-round body shot—a moment Charles insists was legitimate.

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Since that night, Dubois has gone on a ferocious tear—stopping Jarrell Miller, Filip Hrgovic, and then Anthony Joshua, collecting the IBF belt vacated by Usyk along the way. Each battle hardened him for this night—the rematch of all rematches.

“The road led us right back here,” Dubois says. “To Usyk. To Wembley. To everything. It’s a full-circle moment. I’m ready to close the chapter and write a new one—with me at the top.”

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“This fight is massive. It’s personal. It’s history. And this time… I’m not leaving it to chance. I’m going in to knock him out. No more talking. No more questions. It all ends here.”

Dubois has the tools. The power. The frame. And now, the experience. Whether that’s enough to dethrone the undefeated Usyk remains the question—but if Daniel Dubois has his way, there will be no denying who the new King of Wembley truly is.

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Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has ignited speculation by revealing

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Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has ignited speculation by revealing that intense behind-the-scenes talks are underway for a potential blockbuster showdown between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul.

Alalshikh, the influential chairman behind many of Saudi Arabia’s major boxing events, recently met with Jake Paul in Riyadh, sparking speculation about an unlikely but lucrative showdown between the YouTuber-turned-boxer and the former unified heavyweight champion.

Speaking to Boxing News during the Ring III weigh-in, Hearn admitted the idea is gaining traction:
“After speaking to His Excellency last night… in this mad world that we live in, I wouldn’t be surprised.”

While Joshua still has his sights set on an all-British heavyweight clash with Tyson Fury, Hearn says the door is open for a crossover fight with Paul, especially with Alalshikh expressing interest.

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“Yeah, there have been discussions,” Hearn told Pro Boxing Fans. “I think he [Alalshikh] would like to do it. It’s mad enough to happen. It’s not something we were targeting, but if it’s offered, I’d be shocked if AJ didn’t accept it. Why wouldn’t you?”

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Hearn clarified that the focus remains on securing a Tyson Fury bout in 2025, but hinted that squeezing in a Paul fight wouldn’t be out of the question: “If you guys want AJ to end this whole process, he’ll gladly do it.”

While still in early talks, the potential Joshua vs Paul matchup has now moved from fantasy to a real possibility, with the financial and promotional power of Saudi Arabia making even the most unlikely bouts a reality.

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Anthony Joshua Wishes for His Son to Forge a Future Beyond the

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Anthony Joshua Wishes for His Son to Forge a Future Beyond the Boxing Ring

Plenty of fighters love to fight because it is in their blood. But former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua isn’t among those who love the game so much that he wants to see his son pulled into the action. Joshua said recently in an interview that he would like to see his son pursue other activities.

The struggle of children who attempt to follow their famous parents into their chosen profession isn’t limited to online boxing news. Many youngsters see how their parents work and feel the pull to follow mom or dad into the family business. This can create a lot of difficult pressures for people on both sides of the equation.

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Especially in the United States, people are keen to avoid the appearance of nepotism. Many kids want to prove that they are able to do things on their own. However, as long as they carry their parents’ last name it can be a difficult hurdle to clear.

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Joshua Says Mental Side of Sport Concerns Him

There are many understandable reasons for Joshua wanting to keep his now 8-year-old son, JJ, away from boxing. It’s a physically demanding sport that requires taking punches to the head. Even the most sound defensive boxers still get rocked and absorb trauma from their opponents, much like Joshua did last night.

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But heavyweight boxing news shows that Joshua is most worried about the mental side that would come with the sport. Any boxer who competes needs to be mentally tough. Joshua’s son would also find a different type of mental pressure.

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JJ would face the pressure of living up to his father’s name. Joshua is one of the best heavyweight boxers of the past 10 years. That would be a lot for any child to live up to.

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Eddie Hearn Sparks Buzz with Revelation of High-Stakes Talks

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Eddie Hearn Sparks Buzz with Revelation of High-Stakes Talks for Anthony Joshua’s Next Showdown

Anthony Joshua, once regarded as one of the best and most dangerous heavyweights in boxing, appears interested in taking on a second crossover fight.

Joshua entertained a non-traditional boxing fight before, when he took on, and then finished, the former UFC heavyweight ruler Francis Ngannou in just two brutal rounds. Ngannou had previously shook up the world as he put Tyson Fury on the deck in a prior bout, but Joshua beat him with ease

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He has since lost in dramatic fashion to Daniel Dubois, and has held “discussions” about his comeback through his representative, Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn. Speaking to Pro Boxing Fans, Hearn revealed the full plans for Joshua’s next fight, and talked about the possibility of a potential bizarre showdown with Jake Paul.

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Although it had seemed that boxing was finally going to deliver an anticipated all-British heavyweight showdown between Joshua and Tyson Fury, that is no longer happening due to the Gypsy King’s retirement. Hearn said that, although a fight against Fury is out of the picture for 2025, that is a fight they are going to target, regardless, going into 2026.

But, between now and then, bouts against Joseph Parker, Agit Kabayel or Martin Bakole seem logical. One that may not have seemed logical, is against Paul. But boxing is stranger than fiction.

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Hearn said the following to Pro Boxing Fans: “I was with His Excellency yesterday, obviously he’d met Jake Paul, I think he would like to do it, you know, but it’s mad enough to happen. It’s not something we expected.

“If it’s offered to us I would be shocked if AJ didn’t accept it, why wouldn’t you?”

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Hearn added: “The plan for us is to fight Tyson Fury next year, if we can squeeze in Jake Paul along the way and you guys want AJ to end this whole process, he’ll gladly do it.”

With Turki Alalshikh seemingly keen on making Joshua vs Paul, it seems anything is possible and there is a real chance we see Joshua take on Paul, before he takes on ‘The Gypsy King’ in 2026.

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Wilder teases a high-stakes showdown with “A J” before

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Wilder teases a high-stakes showdown with “A J” before time runs out on both their legendary careers.

The year was 2018, and Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder were undefeated and ruled the heavyweight division by owning all of the titles and were en route to face off for an undisputed championship fight.
After Wilder fought to a draw in December 2018 against Tyson Fury, the plan was for him to move on to face Joshua. In March 2019, DAZN offered Wilder $100 million for a three-fight package, including two vs. Joshua, but he declined the deal, citing dishonesty.
Joshua moved on to fight Andy Ruiz Jr. and suffered a shocking stoppage loss and hasn’t been able to properly find his footing since, going 6-4 in the last six years. Wilder moved on to face Fury two more times and lost both by knockout, and he’s 1-4 in the last six years.
And now, Wilder, who turns 40 on Oct. 22, and Joshua, who turns 36 seven days prior, are looking to reignite a rivalry that has seen its share of false starts throughout the years.

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Wilder (43-4-1, 42 KOs) returns Friday to face Tyrrell Herndon (24-5, 15 KOs) at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita, Kansas. The Global Combat Collective PPV event will be distributed by BLK Prime, Fubo, and PPV.com, among others, for $24.95.
Anthony joshuaJoshua (28-4, 25 KOs), meanwhile, is recovering from elbow surgery and plans to return later this year for his first fight since getting stopped in five rounds by Daniel Dubois in September. He, too, needs a bounce-back win.
“If that fight against Joshua comes, and everything is right, why not?” Wilder told The Ring. “We’ll deal with the situation when it happens. He’s still in the business, and I am as well. I want all of [them]. I am not going after just one particular person. If it’s a great fight to be made, I am there. I want to make the best fights people want to see.
“But I am not going to be around with picket signs asking for the fight. I am not going to do that. I never chased anyone. If people didn’t want to fight me, it was what it was. … I always wanted the biggest fights possible in my career.”

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Wilder and Joshua were supposed to face off last year, but the former wasn’t able to beat Joseph Parker as the co-main event. Joshua gained a stoppage win against Otto Wallin in December 2023 in Saudi Arabia.
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The decision defeat was a setback for Wilder, forcing him to seek a meaningful win against Zhilei Zhang. The result was even worse this time, and Wilder was zapped in five rounds last June.
It seems like a lifetime ago that Wilder was wreaking havoc in the division as an underweight knockout artist. Wilder enjoyed a WBC title run beginning in 2015 when he beat Bermane Stiverne and defended the title 10 times before meeting his match in Fury.
After overcoming mental health issues, Wilder wants to make one last run and face contemporaries he never got to clash with, including Oleksandr Usyk.

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“I want the biggest fights possible,” said Wilder. “I don’t care about who the individual is. I’m not dwelling on these guys. These guys wouldn’t give me an opportunity to save their lives because they were stuck on not losing. I just wanted to be undisputed, but many people did not have me on their agenda because of how dangerous I am. That’s OK. That’s why I am still here pursuing myself and going on to do even greater things. This time it will be even more powerful.”
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Report: Jake Paul Says Anthony Joshua Made a Serious

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Report: Jake Paul Says Anthony Joshua Made a Serious Threat Toward Him Ahead of 2026 Fight

Controversial YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul has once again stirred the pot in the boxing world—this time by accusing former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua of making a serious threat toward him ahead of a possible 2026 clash.

In a recent interview that’s now making headlines, Paul alleged that Joshua made an alarming statement during a private exchange related to their rumored bout. While the exact wording hasn’t been confirmed, Paul claims the British heavyweight “crossed a line” with his remarks, describing the threat as deeply personal and intense.

“This isn’t just hype anymore,” Jake Paul reportedly said. “What he said to me goes beyond boxing. I don’t take that lightly.”

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Though the two have never officially shared the ring or confirmed a scheduled fight, rumors of a future bout have grown louder in recent months. Paul, known for his aggressive promotion and viral callouts, has set his sights on bigger names as he looks to solidify his legitimacy in the sport. Anthony Joshua, a two-time world champion with Olympic gold under his belt, remains one of the biggest figures in boxing globally.

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Sources close to Joshua have yet to respond publicly to Paul’s claims, and it remains unclear whether this alleged threat was made during a face-to-face meeting or via private messaging. Fans are divided—some believe it’s another publicity stunt by Paul, while others think tensions are genuinely heating up between the two fighters.

If the bout materializes in 2026 as speculated, it would mark a massive event, drawing attention not just for the athletic competition, but for the drama and personal stakes now tied to it. Jake Paul’s latest remarks will likely fan the flames, potentially bringing this fantasy matchup one step closer to reality.

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For now, boxing fans will have to wait and see whether Anthony Joshua chooses to address the allegation—and whether Jake Paul’s bold claims help build the hype for one of the sport’s most unlikely but talked-about potential showdowns.

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Why Would I Leave My Mum For Some Girl?”A J”opens up on

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Why Would I Leave My Mum For Some Girl?”A J”opens up on his love life and warns future girlfriends ‘you’ll marry my family’ as he claims he STILL lives with his mum at 34

Anthony Joshua has revealed why he still lives with his mother at the age of 34, insisting that any future partner would struggle to convince him to move out

Joshua, who moved back into his mother’s two bedroom ex-council flat in 2017 after earning an estimated £15million from defeating Wladimir Klitschko, beat Robert Helenius in August and is on the hunt for his next fight ahead of 2024.

The British boxer sat down with Louis Theroux to discuss his close relationship with his family and warned future girlfriends they’ll need to compete with his mum, Yeta Odusanya.

‘I still live with my mum,’ the two-time world champion told the BBC. ‘In our culture, we grew up in our own family home, we support our parents.

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Why am I going to move out and leave my mum by herself, for some girl? Family is the most important thing.

‘When a girl gets with me, she ain’t just marrying me, she’s marrying my family.’

The grounded boxing star, who is not publicly in a relationship, admitted that he likes to keep his personal life private as he cannot live up to the expectations people have of him.

He continued: ‘Are we going to dissect everything I say and use it as a narrative to create a story? That’s why I keep myself to myself.

‘You put all this pressure on yourself to come and be this big star and be perfect.

‘I’m telling you, they’ll pull you down. The higher you are, the bigger the drop.’

Joshua was previously in an on-off relationship with the mother of his child, former school friend Nicole Osbourne, whom he once bought a £500,000 flat not far from his home.

In April, the heavyweight fighter called Laura Woods his ‘dream date’ in a flirty interview with the presenter after his comeback win over Jermaine Franklin.

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Woods, who is now dating former Love Island star Adam Collard, asked Joshua what he thought of his career so far and the boxer replied: ‘I think it’s blossomed amazingly, just like you.’

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The flirty exchange continued as Joshua joked that former Chelsea star Ruben Loftus-Cheek had ‘beaten him to it’ by naming Woods as his crush.

When the popular presenter asked who his dream date was, AJ said: You. I know Loftus Cheek has beaten me to it!’

Woods then joked that there’s no competition between the sportsmen before asking him about his current relationship status.

Joshua said: ‘With boxing I didn’t want to commit because I didn’t want to go training and then I’m busy arguing with my Mrs or something and my head’s not in the game.

‘So I just decided to keep my head where it needs to be. I’ve seen good relationships and bad ones.’

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Anthony Joshua: Despite Accusing Him of Sleeping With His

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Anthony Joshua: Despite Accusing Him of Sleeping With His Wife And Saying He’d ‘Lost A Good Friend’ – Amir Khan Later pictured In Good Spirits With Anthony Joshua

For now, Joshua has been making the most of his recovery period after jetting off on luxury trips to Saudi Arabia, Dubai and Oman.

He had flown out to Ghana to watch Khan’s first-ever show as a promoter and looked to be on good terms with the 38-year-old despite their past spat.

The meeting came almost a decade after Khan took to social media to post several explosive tweets alleging Faryal Makhdoom had cheated on him with Joshua.

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Khan had also revealed he and his wife were getting a divorce.

‘So me and the wife Faryal have agreed to split. I’m currently in Dubai. Wish her all the best,’ Khan wrote in 2017. ‘Faryal moved on quick.

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‘Always mentioned to me how much she wanted to be with another guy, from all people another boxer @AnthonyFJoshua.

‘Lol moved up in the weight classes lol. Trust me I ain’t the jealous type. No need to send me pictures of the men you’re talking to #Disgusted.

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‘Left my family and friends for this Faryal. I’m not hurt but another fighter. I’m making it public. You getting the divorce #Golddigger.

‘Mans like Joshua can have my leftovers!’

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In response, Joshua rubbished the allegations by sharing a video of Shaggy’s hit ‘It Wasn’t Me’ and adding: ‘Bantz aside, I hope you guys can resolve your situation or this is a hack as we have never even met!’

A few months later, Khan appeared to have patched up his feud with Joshua.

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Recently, During An Interview, Jake Paul reveals conversations

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Recently, During An Interview, Jake Paul reveals conversations with Anthony Joshua as promoter confesses truth about fight

After defeating Mike Tyson in November 2024 and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in June this year, the influencer turned professional boxer is starting to look towards his next big challenge

Although a possible title fight against Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez is still in the works, another matchup that has caught the eye is a potential clash with former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua.

Recently, during an interview, Jake Paul revealed details of his private exchange of messages with Anthony Joshua, where, according to Paul, the Briton confirmed his interest in fighting, but not immediately:

He just said he’s going to do two more fights, and then we do it in 2026. But he’s willing

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This is not the first time Paul has mentioned Joshua, as on his podcast last March, the YouTuber dared to say that he could defeat the former champion: “He has no jaw, no skills and is stiff”. Then, in April, he claimed that Joshua had responded: “I saw you challenged me. Let’s make it happen”.

Paul, 28, insists that fight will happen if the fight with Gilberto Ramirez does not materialize. The American currently ranks 14th in the WBA rankings at cruiserweight, although his inclusion has generated controversy within the organization.

When is Anthony Joshua’s next fight?

Despite Jake Paul’s claims, there is no official confirmation from Anthony Joshua’s camp about this fight. The Briton’s promoter, in a recent interview with Ariel Helwani, was clear on the matter: “I think there’s a possibility of seeing Anthony Joshua this year… but it won’t be against Jake Paul.”

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He also suggested that Paul is taking advantage of Joshua‘s name for media purposes: “If I was Anthony Joshua and I was being offered to fight someone who a few years ago was a Disney star… he’s not anymore”.

Therefore, at least for now, the possible fight between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua seems to be more in the realm of speculation than reality.

Joshua is currently recovering from elbow surgery following his defeat to Daniel Dubois. His return to the ring is expected in late 2025, although an opponent has yet to be confirmed.

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