Jake Paul is still making headlines. Although he already has a fight scheduled with Gervonta Davis on November 14, the influencer-turned-boxer has not stopped fueling rumors about a future fight with boxer Anthony Joshua. In a recent post, Paul made it clear that his goal is still to face the former heavyweight champion, even after his duel with “Tank”.
Paul compared his path to the biblical story of David and Goliath, calling Davis “David” and Joshua “Goliath”. “First I kill David, then Goliath,” he wrote on X, reaffirming his intention to go for both. His team has mentioned that the fight with Joshua could be finalized in the first half of 2026, as long as Paul comes out unscathed from his clash with Davis.
Is Anthony Joshua ready to return to the ring?
Joshua has not fought since September 2024, when he was defeated by Daniel Dubois in a tough battle. Since then, the Briton has shown no clear signs of wanting to return to the ring. At 35 years of age and with a 4-3 record in his last seven fights, his future in boxing remains uncertain.
Meanwhile, Jake Paul continues to build his career. His last fight was in June, where he defeated Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. by decision, improving his record to 12-1. Although that victory was not spectacular, it allowed him to stay active and prepare the ground for his next challenge.
Jake Paul’s most dangerous opponent?
Despite Paul calling him “David”, Gervonta Davis is not exactly a minor opponent. With an impressive undefeated record of 30-0-1 and six successful defenses of the WBA lightweight title, Davis represents a real threat. Although there have been rumors about his retirement, he remains one of the most feared boxers for his knockout power: 28 of his 30 victories have been by this route
The size difference between the two is noticeable. Paul weighs close to 199 pounds, while Davis has rarely fought above 135. However, Davis’ power could be the biggest challenge Paul has faced so far
What is known about the fight between Paul and Davis?
There are still many unknowns about the fight: the weight has not been confirmed nor the number of rounds. Paul usually fights eight rounds, while Davis is used to 12-round championship fights. This difference could significantly influence the development of the matchup.
With the fight against Davis on the horizon and the possibility of facing Joshua in the future, Jake Paul is plotting a bold path in boxing.
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