Anthony Joshua’s trainer warns of the risks of facing Jake Paul. Meanwhile, the YouTuber-turned-boxer insists: “When I knock him out, I’ll go down in history forever.”
Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua: a fight that divides the boxing world
Amid speculation about a possible fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul, controversy has quickly emerged. While the YouTuber-turned-boxer appears confident and provocative, the former British champion’s team firmly rejects the proposal, considering it dangerous and lacking in sporting sense.
Ben Davison: “It’s a serious risk for Joshua.”
Joshua’s trainer, Ben Davison, was emphatic when discussing the possibility of the fight.
Davison believes that the fight represents an unnecessary risk, motivated more by money than by sport. He assures that Joshua remains fit and committed to his training, but that a fight with Paul adds nothing to his career and could have serious consequences if something goes wrong.
Jake Paul isn’t stepping out of the ring… or backing down from his statements.
For his part, Jake Paul continues to push for the fight to happen. After defeating Julio César Chávez Jr. by unanimous decision, the American sent a direct message:
“When I knock him out, I’ll go down in history forever.”
Paul seems convinced that spectacle trumps logic, and he insists he will face Joshua soon, even without confirming a date or venue. His confidence is at an all-time high, but experts wonder whether professional boxing should lend itself to this type of media-driven fight.
