Jake Paul is embracing the spotlight and the criticism as he prepares for his upcoming heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua. Once slated for an exhibition against Gervonta “Tank” Davis, the 26-year-old social media star is now stepping into the ring against a seasoned, two-time champion.

The fight is set for December 19 at the Kaseya Center in Miami. It will be a sanctioned heavyweight bout scheduled for eight three-minute rounds with 10-ounce gloves. Paul faces a formidable opponent: Joshua, a two-time world champion standing five inches taller, and one who has recently competed at the highest level in the heavyweight division.

Paul addressed his critics in a recent interview with Fox News Digital. “You know, the world is against me, but what they don’t realize is that I’ve got them

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