The safety fears surrounding Antony Joshua’s potential Jake Paul fight
Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou face off before Saudi Arabia bout
Anthony Joshua's trainer, Ben Davison, has voiced strong safety concerns regarding a potential fight between Joshua and Jake Paul, calling it a 'serious risk'.
Davison criticised calls for the fight, highlighting the potential for serious injury and questioning the safety standards within boxing.
Jake Paul, a YouTuber-turned-boxer, recently defeated Julio Cesar Chavez Jr and is now ranked No 14 in the WBA cruiserweight division.
Joshua is recovering from a knockout loss to Daniel Dubois last September and subsequent elbow surgery, with his promoter hinting at a comeback fight before the end of the year.
While a fight with Tyson Fury is being targeted for 2026, Davison suggests Joshua might need a 'tune-up' fight due to his extended time away from the sport and recent injuries.