Nigerian-born British YouTuber Olajide Olatunji, popularly known as KSI, has urged Anthony Joshua to deliver a knockout victory when he faces Jake Paul in their highly anticipated Miami clash on December 19.
Anthony Joshua will return to the ring for the first time since his devastating knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois in September 2024, while Jake Paul steps up to heavyweight for just the second time in his career.
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Paul’s last outing at heavyweight came in November 2024 when he outpointed Mike Tyson. Since turning professional in 2020, the YouTuber-turned-boxer has made a habit of calling out big names and engaging in fiery exchanges with rivals.
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KSI, who has a long-running feud with Paul, made his sentiments clear.
“Now we get to see Jake Paul get knocked out. Fantastic. I messaged AJ like, ‘Brother, knock this guy out,’” he said. “I want Jake to go into that ring and realise how fucked he really is… I just want AJ to hit him with a stiff jab, so Jake knows what this is.”
The fight will be contested over eight three-minute rounds. Joshua, who is planning a major 2026 that includes a potential summer showdown with Tyson Fury, has vowed to take no chances against Paul.
KSI insisted that only a knockout will be acceptable for Anthony Joshua.
“If this goes eight rounds, that’s a loss for AJ. Even if he wins, it’s a loss. Jake has to be on the floor in those eight rounds, repeatedly. I want a KO; I need it.”
