Here’s where the irony hits hardest. Jake Paul’s whole schtick is that he’s a “professional boxer.” He’s undefeated (10-0), but his opponents were either old, too small, or past their prime. Anthony Joshua is none of those things. He’s a 6’6” monster with knockout power. If Jake Paul lands a punch, it’ll be a miracle. If Joshua breathes on him, it’s over. But—and this is the fun part—what if Jake actually hangs in there? What if his awkward, wild style causes problems?
I’ve watched Jake’s fights. He’s clumsy. He throws wide hooks. But he’s also tough. He took a hard shot from Tyron Woodley and smiled. He’s got the chin of a cockroach and the ego of a peacock. Against Joshua, that ego might be his undoing—or his superpower.
The Real Winner: Our Sleep Schedules
Let’s talk about the time in the UK again because it’s the unsung villain of this story. You’ve got to plan your entire Sunday around it. No late brunch. No morning run. You’re glued to your screen, hoping the main event doesn’t happen at 5:47 A.M. precisely when your eyelids weigh a ton. And if you fall asleep? The internet will spoil it for you before you’ve even opened Instagram.
Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua: What time the fight starts in the UK and
Pro tip: Set an alarm for 4 A.M. and go to bed at 9 P.M. like a grandparent. You’ll thank me later. Or curse me when the fight gets delayed because Jake Paul decided to do a 20-minute ring walk in a custom Ferrari costume.
