Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul: What Each Fighter Must Do to Win Their High Stakes Clash

Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul: What Each Fighter Must Do to Win

Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul: What Each Fighter Must Do to Win Their High Stakes Clash

A Complete FIGHT.TV Breakdown

Boxing purists never thought they’d see this matchup. YouTube sensation turned boxer Jake Paul stepping into the ring against two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua? Here we are and make no mistake, this fight is far more complex than “boxer vs. influencer.” Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul is going to be a phenomenal fight and the stakes couldn't be higher.

Joshua wants to make a statement.

Paul wants to prove he belongs.

Both men have a lot on the line and the skill to win.

Here’s your full breakdown of exactly what each fighter must do to secure a win.

What Anthony Joshua Must Do to Win

Anthony Joshua is the vastly more accomplished fighter. But a win isn’t automatic and he knows it. Paul has youth, awkward timing, and fearlessness on his side. Meaning AJ needs a disciplined and calculated approach.

✔️ 1. Establish the Jab Early and Often

Joshua’s jab is his most important weapon. When AJ controls range, he controls the fight. If he pumps the jab and keeps Paul at the end of his punches, it becomes a long night for the Problem Child.

Key Diagnostic: If Joshua lands consistent jabs each round, Paul is in serious trouble.

✔️ 2. Don’t Underestimate Paul’s Power

Jake Paul may not be a world class champion boxer, but he can punch hard and AJ has been caught before. Joshua cannot fight casual, lazy, or open chinned. Paul’s best chance is a timing based right hand. AJ has endured more damage fighting heavyweights his whole life and Jake will go into this being able to take more damage than Anthony will. AJ must avoid brawling with Paul.

Key Defensive Note: AJ must keep his chin tucked and avoid mid range pocket brawls.

✔️ 3. Invest in the Body Early

Paul is powerful but not conditioned for true heavyweight pacing. Body shots remove snap from the right hand and severely slow footwork.

Winning Condition: If AJ commits to body shots, the fight likely goes in his favor.

✔️ 4. Force Paul Backward

Jake Paul is a completely different fighter when backing up. His power disappears. His fundamentals break. His guard falls apart.

Strategic Objective: Keep Paul moving backward, never allow him to set his feet. Wear his cardio down.

What Jake Paul Must Do to Win

Jake Paul winning would be one of the biggest upsets in boxing history. Is it impossible? No. Is it Everest? Absolutely. But Paul does have paths to victory and he just needs to execute flawlessly.

✔️ 1. Make It Ugly and Awkward

Paul cannot box traditionally with Joshua. He must fight like a disruptive wildcard: feints, clinches, looping shots, unpredictability.

Key Factor: Disrupt AJ’s rhythm. Don’t let Joshua get comfortable.

✔️ 2. Focus on Counterpunching AJ’s Jab

This is Jake’s best and maybe only real chance. Time Joshua’s jab, slip outside, and fire the overhand right. It’s the same blueprint Andy Ruiz used, except Jake must do it without Ruiz’s Heavyweight experience.

Winning Moment: If Paul lands a clean counter early, the energy in the arena will shift instantly.

✔️ 3. Stay Light, Stay Mobile

If Paul sits still, Joshua bulldozes him. He must jab, circle, reset, and repeat while forcing AJ to chase laterally, not walk him down vertically.

Key Footwork Rule: Never get stuck moving backwards against AJ.

✔️ 4. Manage Energy Like a Veteran

Paul has faded late in fights. Joshua is older, but his gas tank has improved.

Jake must pace himself:

• No wild barrages in early rounds

• No unnecessary clinch boxing

• No reckless mid range combos

Victory Condition: If Paul reaches the late rounds in good form and maintains outside pressure, he becomes dangerous. If Paul can do this the entire fight, he will get opportunities to test Joshua's chin.

Tactical Summary: Who Controls the Fight on Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul?

Joshua controls the range → Joshua dominates.

Paul controls the timing → Paul becomes dangerous.

This fight will come down to discipline, not just skill.

FIGHT.TV Final Prediction

Anthony Joshua is the heavy favorite.

If he fights smart, he should win comfortably.

But Jake Paul is not entering this fight for a payday. He believes he can win. Belief is a dangerous fuel for an underdog with knockout power.

Joshua must avoid complacency. Paul must avoid tradition. Both must avoid mistakes.

This matchup is far more intriguing than the boxing world wants to admit.

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By Austin Jones — CMO & Lead Editor at FIGHT.TV

Austin Jones is a business strategist and combat sports expert. As Chief Marketing Officer and Lead Editor at FIGHT.TV, he covers everything from behind the scenes controversies to dynamic industry breakdowns of promotions, to the satirical side of fight culture. He is also the founder of Business Goals Group LLC, a marketing and consulting powerhouse that provides businesses with expert guidance.