Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul Fight Faces Doubts
Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul Fight Faces Doubts

Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul Fight Faces Doubts

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A potential high-profile boxing match between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul has generated major attention, with projections of $40 million in earnings. Joshua's trainer Ben Davison and promoter Eddie Hearn have expressed serious safety and legitimacy concerns due to Paul's limited experience, casting doubt on the fight's likelihood. Jake Paul reportedly accepted a 99-1 purse split favoring Joshua and continues to pursue other major bouts, including a title shot against WBC cruiserweight champion Badou Jack. WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman has stated that Paul must first defeat a top-15 ranked cruiserweight to be eligible for a title shot, a requirement not yet met by Paul's camp. These developments have fueled debate over the place of celebrity boxing in the sport and the risks posed when influencers face elite champions. The situation remains dynamic as commercial and sporting interests collide.

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