Joe Rogan just dropped bombshell response to Jake Paul’s much hyped Netflix fight against Anthony Joshua | International Sports News - The Times of India
Joe Rogan says Anthony Joshua terrifying for Jake Paul. Image via: Jeff Bottari—Zuffa LLC/Getty Images | Anadolu via Getty Images Jake Paul’s upcoming Netflix showdown with Anthony Joshua has ignited debate across the boxing world. Scheduled for December 19 at Miami’s Kaseya Center, the fight pits the YouTuber-turned-boxer against a two-time heavyweight world champion. Analysts and fans alike are questioning Paul’s readiness to face a seasoned Olympic gold medalist with immense knockout power. Among those weighing in is UFC commentator Joe Rogan, who delivered a stark warning that has made headlines for its blunt assessment of the risks Paul faces.The matchup has already become one of the most talked-about bouts of 2025, fueled by the sheer contrast in experience, size, and skill. Paul, known for taking high-profile influencer fights, is stepping up against a fighter whose track record includes 25 knockouts in 28 victories. Rogan’s comments have added extra weight to the anticipation, framing the fight as both a spectacle and a potentially dangerous challenge.Joe Rogan calls Anthony Joshua terrifying for Jake PaulJoe Rogan gives a brutally honest reaction about Jake Paul’s upcoming fight against Anthony Joshua. “Realistically, it’s one of the craziest propositions of all time,” Rogan said on his podcast. “You take a guy who just had a boxing match that looked like a sparring match with a 58-year-old Mike Tyson, and then you’re gonna fight one of the absolute scariest knockout artists in the heavyweight division?” He warned that Paul could be in serious danger, describing Joshua as a “giant Olympic gold medalist heavyweight” with “one punch nuclear power” and the ability to put “knuckles through your brain.”Joe's Thoughts on Jake Paul vs. Anthony JoshuaRogan emphasized Joshua’s anger at being challenged by Paul, adding, “He’s gonna be very angry that Jake Paul wants to fight him, very upset… That right hand, if it hits you, you are f***ed.” Despite the warning, Rogan admitted he plans to watch, calling the matchup an extreme test for Paul.Anthony Joshua’s mindset ahead of the fightJoshua has made no secret of his intentions in Miami. “I’m going to break his face and break his body up. I’m here to prove I’m the better fighter,” he said at a press conference. The former two-time unified heavyweight champion is contracted to weigh no more than 245 pounds for the fight, his lightest since the Usyk rematch. Rogan noted that the weight cut and additional cardio will only enhance Joshua’s danger, not diminish it.While Paul remains confident, even welcoming the punishment, the general consensus among experts is that he faces one of the toughest challenges of his career. With a mix of hype, spectacle, and legitimate risk, the bout has already established itself as one of the most electrifying and unpredictable events in modern boxing.Also Read: Cristiano Ronaldo, Conor McGregor and other stars land on Jake Paul’s most overrated list ahead of Anthony Joshua fight
