Overview

• Promoter Eddie Hearn says negotiations are at an advanced stage with Jake Paul identified as the front-runner for a fight slated for early 2026.
• The fight is expected to take place in the United States because the British Boxing Board of Control has not guaranteed sanctioning for a UK event.
• Anthony Joshua has been inactive since September 2024 and aims to return in late 2025 after undergoing elbow surgery in May.
• Promoters are projecting that the crossover fight could generate record-breaking revenues, potentially surpassing previous heavyweight boxing events.
• Eddie Hearn has cautioned that Paul’s limited professional experience creates significant health risks in a full-length heavyweight bout.