Tickets for the much-discussed matchup between boxing icon Anthony Joshua and YouTube sensation-turned-boxer Jake Paul in Miami have hit the market, and it appears vendors are capitalizing on the buzz surrounding this event.

Set for December 19, the clash between Joshua and ‘The Problem Child’ Paul will take place in Miami and will be streamed live on Netflix. The fight will feature eight rounds, each lasting three minutes, and is recognized as a professional bout.

Joshua, a two-time heavyweight champion, has not entered the ring since his defeat by knockout against Daniel Dubois at Wembley in September 2024, where they battled for the IBF heavyweight title.

Ticket prices start at approximately $99 (£75), while a premium ringside experience is priced at $30,000 (£22,673). This lavish package includes VIP entry to the arena, a ‘commemorative credential,’ and access to a special hospitality reception offering all-inclusive food and a premium open bar.

The ‘Diamond VIP package’ further enhances the experience with opportunities for an in-ring photo after the fight and access to the press conference and weigh-in events leading up to the bout.

Tickets to Anthony Joshua ‘s controversial fight against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in Miami next month have been released, and early signs show sellers are maximising interest

A ringside seat with all the trimmings costs $30,000 (£22,673) and the’Diamond VIP package’ includes a post-fight in-ring photo opportunity and access to press conference and weigh-in

At the time of writing, more than 30 tickets have already been sold, leaving only 10 still available. The Kaseya Center – located in the heart of the city – is home to the Miami Heat and will hold roughly 20,000 spectators for the fight. 

Joshua’s decision to accept Paul’s challenge, which will see him earn £70million, has caused contention for a variety of reasons, including questions about how it will impact his legacy and the perceived mismatch of the bout.

But Joshua – who has turned to Oleksandr Usyk’s team to help prepare him for the fight – has dismissed the criticism surrounding the contest, insisting he was not concerned by the negative reaction.

‘I don’t address people that are against me,’ he said. ‘People say, “what do you feel about negative comments?” Why am I worried about negative comments?’

‘I just focus on the people who believe in me and support me,’ he added. ‘I have nothing to say to those people.’

Paul, meanwhile, paid tribute to Joshua’s achievements but maintained he believed he could cause an upset.

‘He is one of the best heavyweights ever but I believe that fighting a small man is often harder as a heavyweight, because of the speed difference and because of the foot-speed and the angles,’ Paul said.

Joshua’s decision to accept Paul’s challenge, which will see him earn £70million, has caused contention for a variety of reasons including questions about how it will impact his legacy

‘All that power is great and he’s knocked people out, I just have to avoid that one shot for eight rounds and I believe that I can do that,’ he added.

‘I know this is much more challenging but I know what I’m capable of. This is going to be fun. I want him to cut me up, I want him to break my face, but guess what? He’s going to have to kill me to stop me, and I’m seriously ready to die.’

The fight contract contains an eye-catching stipulation of a 245lbs weight limit, despite it being at heavyweight.

Joshua has weighed over 250lbs in each of his last five fights, and his promoter, Eddie Hearn, has admitted that ‘AJ’ still has some way to go before making the weight limit. With just over three weeks to go, Joshua is currently around 265lbs.