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December 16, 2025
Joshua v Paul makes Joe Louis’ ‘Bum of the Month’ look like the Rumble in the Jungle
The best we can hope for is that Paul does not get seriously hurt. Joshua, Netflix and the sport itself should know better
TL;DR
- The Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul fight is criticized as a "freak show" and a potential degradation of boxing.
- Jake Paul is a novice boxer with limited experience, contrasting with Anthony Joshua's world championship pedigree.
- The fight raises concerns about fighter safety, particularly for Paul, given the disparity in experience and potential weight difference.
- The author compares the current fight unfavorably to historical boxing matches, including Joe Louis's "Bum of the Month" defenses.
- Financial incentives for Joshua, Paul, and streaming platforms like Netflix are seen as primary drivers for the fight.
- The article questions the integrity of boxing and the 'unspoken social contract' when such mismatches are sanctioned.
- Historical context is provided through anecdotes of Joe Louis's unconventional opponents and his own reflections.
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