Overview

• Promoter Eddie Hearn declared Jake Paul’s reported $40 million fee demand puts the bout out of reach for Matchroom Boxing.
• Trainer Ben Davison warned of serious health risks in matching a recovering former world champion with a social-media star.
• Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh had proposed a 99–1 purse split in Joshua’s favor, claiming Paul agreed to take a minimal share.
• Anthony Joshua is focused on rehabbing from elbow surgery and targeting an October–December 2025 comeback window.
• Veteran Derek Chisora has advised Paul against facing Joshua, while prospect Rolly Romero has speculated that Paul could pull off an upset knockout.