The boxing stars are set to meet in a professional heavyweight showdown on December 19, but Joshua must make a certain weight for the fight to be made official

Anthony Joshua faces a gruelling battle with the scales ahead of his clash with YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul .

The boxing fraternity were left stunned earlier this month after reports emerged that both Joshua and Paul were finalising a deal to meet in the ring this Christmas. Last week, the two teams were able to strike a deal - with the contest expected to take place on December 19 in Miami.

Their bout will be staged over eight three-minute rounds , with both men set to wear 10oz gloves. Joshua, 36, has been told he cannot weigh more than 245lb for the contest . The Brit is currently weighing around 265lb - which m

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