George Groves has expressed his belief that boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has betrayed Anthony Joshua and suggests that the heavyweight should consider withdrawing from his upcoming bout against Jake Paul.
The former two-time heavyweight world champion is set to face the YouTuber-turned-boxer in Miami, Florida, in an eight-round match wearing 10oz gloves. The outcome will be officially recorded in their professional records.
Although Joshua’s last fight ended in a knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in September 2024, he sees this fight with Paul as a chance to gain valuable experience before returning to competitive boxing in 2026.
Groves, a former super-middleweight champion, criticized Hearn for his role in the fight, indicating that Joshua should pull out from the match just days before the scheduled bout.
The highly anticipated heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul is scheduled for December 19 in Miami, with live streaming available on Netflix. Groves, speaking to FootItalia, emphasized his view that promoters like Hearn prioritize financial gains over fighters’ interests, suggesting Joshua should consider a different opponent.
Despite doubts surrounding the fight, Joshua is approaching it seriously and has made strong statements about his determination to defeat Paul. He aims to handle his opponent easily and looks forward to potential future matches, including a possible showdown with Tyson Fury.
Joshua’s intensity for the fight is evident as he expressed his readiness to give his all in the ring. He acknowledges the expectations on him and is focused on delivering a powerful performance, carrying the weight of the boxing world on his shoulders.
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