<p>Jake Paul faces the biggest test of his boxing career when he steps into the ring against former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua on December 19, 2025 (December 20 in Australia).</p> <p>Billed as "Judgment Day," the eight-round heavyweight bout takes place at Kaseya Center in Miami and streams exclusively on Netflix.&nbsp;</p> <p>As we’ve already discussed&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/boxing/news/jake-paul-vs-anthony-joshua-fight-2025">in our fight announcement</a>, this is a genuine mismatch on paper: a YouTuber-turned-boxer against an Olympic gold medallist with 25 knockouts.&nbsp;</p> <p>One would expect this to shape up <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/boxing/news/fastest-knockouts-boxing-history">as one of the fastest KOs in boxing history</a>, if it wasn’t that Paul has made a career of defying expectations.</p> <p>As the event approaches, here's everything you need to know about the fight, including Australian start times, current odds, and how to watch.</p> <h2>When is Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua? (Australia Time)</h2> <p>The main card is scheduled for 8pm ET on Friday, December 19, which translates to Saturday, December 20 for Australian viewers.</p> <ul> <li>Sydney and Melbourne (AEDT): 12:00pm</li> <li>Brisbane (AEST): 11:00am</li> <li>Adelaide (ACDT): 11:30am</li> <li>Perth (AWST): 9:00am</li> </ul> <p>Ring walks for the main event are expected around 2-3 hours after the main card begins, so Australian viewers should expect Paul vs Joshua to start somewhere between 2pm and 3pm AEDT.</p> <h2>Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Odds</h2> <p>Looking at the <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/boxing/grade-a-fights/jake-paul-v-anthony-joshua-9856008">Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua betting odds</a> here at Sportsbet, Joshua opens as a heavy favourite, and it's not hard to see why.</p> <p>He's a former unified world champion with legitimate knockout power, while Paul has built his record largely against retired MMA fighters and aged former champions.</p> <p>But Paul backers point to Joshua's inactivity (he hasn't fought since losing to Daniel Dubois in September 2024), elbow surgery during his layoff, and the weight restrictions that force AJ to come in lighter than his recent fights.</p> <p>Method of victory markets are where this fight gets interesting. Joshua by KO/TKO is the overwhelming favourite, but Paul has never been stopped. His only loss came on points against Tommy Fury. If you believe Paul can survive the distance, the decision odds offer value.</p> <p>Round betting is another angle worth exploring. Paul's best chance is likely in the later rounds if Joshua gasses or the weight cut affects his power. Joshua's best chance is an early finish before Paul can settle into the fight.</p> <h2>How to Watch Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua in Australia</h2> <p>The fight streams exclusively on Netflix and, unlike traditional pay-per-view boxing events, there's no additional cost beyond a standard Netflix subscription.</p> <p>To watch, log into your Netflix account on fight night. The event will appear on the homepage. Netflix subscriptions in Australia start from $9.99/month (Standard with ads) up to $28.99/month (Premium).</p> <p>Prelims will be available on Most Valuable Promotions' YouTube channel.</p> <h2>Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Fight Card</h2> <ul> <li>Main Event (8 rounds, heavyweight): Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) vs Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs)</li> </ul> <p>The full undercard is yet to be announced. This section will be updated as fights are confirmed.</p> <h2>Tale of the Tape</h2> <p>Jake Paul is 28 years old, stands 6'1" (185cm) with a 76" reach, and is expected to weigh between 225-230 lbs. His record is 12-1 with 7 knockouts. He fights from an orthodox stance.</p> <p>Anthony Joshua is 36 years old, stands 6'6" (198cm) with an 82" reach, and will weigh up to 245 lbs (his contractual limit). His record is 28-4 with 25 knockouts. He also fights orthodox.</p> <p>Joshua holds significant advantages in height, reach, and weight, even with the 245 lb limit imposed by the contract. For context, Joshua weighed 252 lbs against Dubois. Paul has never fought above 227 lbs (against Tyson).</p> <p>For a deeper breakdown of how these fighters compare, see our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/boxing/boxer-profiles/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a>&nbsp;vs <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/huddle/boxing/boxer-profiles/anthony-joshua">Anthony Joshua</a>&nbsp;fighter profiles.</p> <h2>The Bottom Line</h2> <p>On paper, this is a mismatch - and we all know this. Joshua is bigger, more experienced, and has operated at a level Paul has never approached. The odds reflect that reality.</p> <p>But Paul has built his entire boxing career on being underestimated. He's never been knocked out, he's improved with every fight, and he thrives under the lights of a spectacle.</p> <p>If you're betting the favourite, Joshua by KO/TKO in the early rounds is the play. If you're looking for value, Paul to go the distance or even an outright upset offers significant returns for those willing to roll the dice.</p>