AI platform ChatGPT predicts how this evening's hugely-anticipated heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul will play out.
British star AJ is the heavy pre-fight favourite as he looks to ignite a charge towards a third world championship reign in the new year, but will the bout go to script or could we be set to witness one of the greatest sporting upsets in history?
Only time will tell, but in the meantime, check out how ChatGPT feels the eight-rounder will go...
Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul - ChatGPT Round-by-Round Prediction
Round 1
Anthony Joshua starts very controlled, high guard, probing jab. He’s not rushing - this is a respect-the-power round.
Jake Paul comes out energetic, throws a few big right hands early to establish presence, but most are blocked or miss.
10–9 Joshua (AJ’s jab and ring control already noticeable)
Round 2
Joshua increases the jab volume and begins walking Paul down. Paul lands one decent overhand right that gets a reaction from the crowd but not from Joshua.
AJ responds with a stiff jab–right hand combo that clearly snaps Paul’s head back.
10–9 Joshua
Round 3
This is where the experience gap widens. Joshua starts timing Paul’s right hand and counters it.
Mid-round, Joshua lands a heavy right to the body followed by a short left hook upstairs. Paul’s movement slows noticeably.
10–9 Joshua (borderline 10–8 pressure round)
Round 4
Paul is now mostly defensive, circling and trying to reset. Joshua cuts off the ring - something Paul hasn’t dealt with at this level.
AJ lands a clean right hand late in the round that visibly staggers Paul. Paul survives but looks uncomfortable walking back to the corner.
10–9 Joshua
Round 5
Joshua smells it. He’s still patient, but the punches are heavier now.
About halfway through the round, AJ lands a right uppercut–left hook combination. Paul goes down - not flat, but clearly hurt.
Paul beats the count, but his legs are shaky. Joshua doesn’t swarm recklessly - he breaks Paul down with controlled pressure until the referee steps in.
TKO - Joshua wins, Round 5
ChatGPT Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul Prediction
Anthony Joshua wins by TKO in Round 5
- Anthony Joshua's Jab dominance sets everything up
- Jake Paul’s right hand becomes predictable
- Anthony Joshua’s size, timing and composure overwhelm Jake Paul over time.
- Stoppage comes from accumulation, not a single one-punch KO.
For what it's worth, an Anthony Joshua TKO victory in round five is priced up at 10/1 (at the time of writing).
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