Overview
- The sanctioned heavyweight bout is scheduled for Dec. 19 at Miami’s Kaseya Center and will stream on Netflix at no extra charge.
- Former champion Bermane Stiverne’s claim that the event is off remains unsubstantiated, and Chael Sonnen publicly criticized the rumor.
- Paul says recent heavyweight sparring left him with a black eye from Lawrence Okolie and a worsened nose after being caught by Frank Sanchez.
- The fight is contracted for eight three-minute rounds with 10-oz gloves, and Anthony Joshua must weigh no more than 245 lb at the official weigh-in.
- Paul predicts a fifth- or sixth-round knockout of Joshua, though most observers still consider Joshua the clear favorite.