Anthony Joshua acknowledged the fight with Jake Paul: who and why criticized him.

Eddie Hearn's Defense of the Appearance

According to The Sun: Eddie Hearn expressed support for the unexpected fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul on Netflix, calling this opportunity a real gift. Joshua agreed to participate in the bout on December 19, considering it one of the most lucrative options in his career. However, this provoked criticism from other boxers, particularly from former sparring partner Dave Allen, who characterized this decision...

“This is a real opportunity that will be hard to refuse,” Hearn stated.

Thus, this fight becomes not only commercially appealing but also a significant moment in the boxing world, evoking both support and criticism among experts and sports fans.

This situation highlights the constant pressure professional boxers face regarding their match choices. On one hand, the opportunity to gain profit and popularity, on the other—the need to maintain sporting integrity and respect for boxing traditions. How this will affect Joshua's reputation and his future fights remains to be seen.