Whyte Supports Joshua vs Paul: Money Fight or Real Challenge?

Dillian Whyte has expressed his support for a possible clash between former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul, the YouTube sensation turned boxer. The 37-year-old boxer, who will face Moses Itauma on Saturday in Saudi Arabia, has given his opinion on the possibility of a fight between Joshua and Paul. It’s a business, man. If [Joshua vs Paul] makes sense and generates numbers, why not? Whyte added that Joshua “has won the championship twice, has had many fights and has achieved a lot, so I don’t know. I’m sure he’ll make more money than he made in some of his title fights, so sometimes, if you can make some money, do it.”

Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, recently revealed that conversations are underway about a possible fight with Paul.

At first I thought it was a publicity stunt by Jake and now, the more I talk to them, the more I understand: Jake Paul believes he can beat Anthony Joshua.

Eddie Hearn

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Whyte also talked about fighting Joshua and wants to avenge his knockout defeat in the seventh round in 2015, when they both fought for the British heavyweight title. “I would love to have the opportunity to amend my mistake,” Whyte said.