Eddie Hearn revealed why Jake Paul requested a weight restriction on Anthony Joshua and shared how he cleverly countered the move to maintain control. Although Joshua typically weighs no more than 245 pounds at the official weigh-in, there will be no weight cap during their fight on December 19th. Hearn admitted he misled Nakisa Bidalyan, co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions, by inflating Joshua’s weight to around 290 pounds to negotiate a more favorable deal. Speaking on BBC 5 Live, Hearn said that Joshua’s actual weight was about 265 pounds, but he told Bidalyan it was higher to gain an advantage.<\/p>\n
Hearn mentioned he wasn\u2019t interested in unusual fight conditions like oversized gloves or shortened rounds, insisting it should be a genuine match. However, the discussion revealed Jake Paul would weigh approximately 220 pounds, prompting requests for Joshua to cut weight despite being a heavyweight who had never done so before. They claimed this wasn\u2019t about gaining an unfair edge but ensuring Joshua faced some disadvantage.<\/p>\n
At a recent press conference, Paul confidently predicted he would knock out Joshua, expressing his belief that he could defeat the former two-time unified heavyweight champion.<\/p>\n
Fan Take: This story highlights the strategic mind games at play in high-profile fights, showing how weight and negotiation tactics can influence outcomes. For fight enthusiasts, it raises the stakes for the December bout, promising a clash not just of strength but also of savvy and willpower, potentially shaping the future of boxing promotions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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