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Jake Paul Anthony Joshua and [other characters] staring each other down. Photo: Press Release/X
Despite having spent most of the week in a friendly atmosphere, tensions rose between Jake Paul Anthony Joshua and his team completely changed in their last meeting before the duel. During the weigh-in last Thursday (18), the two posed for the traditional face-off and the mocking behavior on the part of the youtuber That was enough to enrage the former world heavyweight champion and 2012 Olympic gold medalist.
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In the video, Joshua's discomfort is noticeable after Paul approaches, quickly generating antipathy between the two. Observing the interaction from a closer angle, the exchange of provocations between the two becomes apparent, beginning after the American placed one of his fists on the Briton's face.
"Don't touch my face," Joshua said, removing his opponent's hand from his chin.
"What are you going to do about it? I see fear. I can smell it," he replied. Jake Paul, in a clearly provocative tone referring to Conor McGregor.
Jake Paul was trying to get into Anthony Joshua's head during their final face off 👀
🗣️ Joshua: “Don't touch my face.”
🗣️ Jake: “What are you gonna do about it? I see fear. I can smell it.” #JakeJoshua
(via @MostVpromotions) pic.twitter.com/Y4E8DIf5Wu
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) December 19, 2025
The size difference between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua caught attention.
Anthony Joshua sends a message to Jake Paul. Photo: Reproduction/X
Naturally larger, Anthony Joshua surprised everyone by weighing in at 110,4 kg, a considerably lighter weight than in his previous fights. When facing Daniel Dubois last September, for example, he weighed over 114 kg, identical to his previous fight with... Francis Ngannou.
However, the Briton is still considerably heavier than his opponent. Jake Paul, who was originally scheduled to face Gervonta Davis, who weighed "only" 98,2 kg, but 15 kg below the limit reached by Joshua.
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