Overview
- Multiple outlets report the camps are finalizing a heavyweight bout for December in Miami to stream on Netflix, though no official confirmation has been issued.
- Netflix is preparing to unveil the event as early as Monday, with dates under discussion including Dec. 19 or Dec. 26.
- Both sides have indicated the matchup would be a full professional fight under standard Queensberry rules rather than an exhibition.
- Athletic commission sign-off and weight stipulations are still being worked out given Joshua’s recent 252 lb frame versus Paul’s typical 199–227 lb range.
- The talks followed the scrapping of Paul’s Nov. 14 exhibition with Gervonta Davis due to a civil lawsuit and investigation, and come as Joshua eyes a short-notice return after his Sept. 2024 loss to Daniel Dubois.