Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua: Complete Fight Night Recap

Event Overview The highly anticipated heavyweight boxing match between social media star-turned-boxer Jake Paul and former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua took place on December 19, 2025, at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida. Billed as “Judgment Day,” this professional bout (not an exhibition) was streamed live exclusively on Netflix as part of a Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) card. The event drew massive global attention, with Netflix subscribers watching at no extra cost.

The main event was scheduled for 8 rounds with 3-minute rounds and 10-ounce gloves. Joshua entered as a heavy favorite (-1200 odds), while Paul was the underdog (+700). A reported contract clause limited Joshua’s weight to no more than 245 pounds.

Fight Card and Results The card featured a mix of title fights, prospect bouts, and crossover matchups. Here’s the full lineup with key results (based on live updates from the event):

Main Event

• Heavyweight: Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua (Fight concluded on December 19 evening; detailed round-by-round and winner available post-event on Netflix on-demand or highlights.)

Co-Main and Featured Bouts

• Junior Lightweight Title Defense: Alycia Baumgardner def. Leila Beaudoin (retained unified WBA/WBO/IBF titles via dominant performance, including a late knockdown)
• Cruiserweight: Anderson Silva def. Tyron Woodley (TKO in Round 2 via uppercut knockdown – both former UFC champions)
• Super Featherweight: Jahmal Harvey def. Kevin Cervantes (unanimous decision after early knockdown)
• Other notable undercard wins: Cherneka Johnson (retained undisputed status via UD), Caroline Dubois (dominant UD).

Prelims included additional prospects and went the distance in several fights.

Start Times (ET)

• Prelims: ~4:45 p.m.
• Main card: 8:00 p.m.
• Main event ring walks: ~10:30–11:00 p.m. (depending on undercard pacing)

Where to Watch/Replay

• Live and on-demand on Netflix (included with subscription).
• Highlights and trailers available on Netflix’s official site and YouTube.

Fighter Backgrounds

• Jake Paul (28 years old, 6’1″, 76″ reach): Record entering: 12-1 (7 KOs). Known for wins over Nate Diaz, Anderson Silva, Tyron Woodley, and Mike Tyson.
• Anthony Joshua (36 years old, taller with significant reach advantage): Record entering: 28-4 (25 KOs). Olympic gold medalist, former unified champ with wins over Wladimir Klitschko and others.

Other Notes

• Celebrities in attendance included Rory McIlroy and others.
• The event followed Paul’s canceled November bout and marked his boldest step-up against elite competition.
• Purse reports suggested a massive split, contributing to the hype.

This crossover spectacle blended influencer boxing with traditional heavyweight pedigree, generating widespread debate but record viewership for Netflix’s growing sports lineup. For full replays or post-fight analysis, check Netflix directly.