Can You Bet on Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua

Can You Bet on Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua

Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua is set to be one of the biggest boxing spectacles of 2025 as both fighters step into the ring at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, on Friday, December 19.

The fight, streaming live on Netflix globally, is expected to attract millions of viewers and generate massive betting interest. Social media star turned professional boxer Jake Paul (12–1, 7 KOs) faces his toughest test yet against former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua (28–4, 25 KOs).

Joshua, returning after a 15-month layoff, is a heavy favorite, while Paul enters as the underdog in what could be a career-defining moment.

The good news for bettors is that most major sportsbooks are offering odds and promotions on this fight -though, as always, availability depends on your state’s betting laws.

Where Can I Bet on Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua?

there are no state-specific bans on wagering for Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua. If you live in a legal betting state, you can place bets on this fight through major sportsbooks including DraftKings, FanDuel, BetMGM, and Bet365.

Sports betting is now legal in 39 states plus Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico, with Missouri newly added to the list in 2025. If you’re in one of these jurisdictions, you can legally wager on Friday’s fight:

• Arizona – Yes
• Arkansas – Yes
• Colorado – Yes
• Connecticut – Yes
• Delaware – Yes
• Florida – Yes
• Illinois – Yes
• Indiana – Yes
• Iowa – Yes
• Kansas – Yes
• Kentucky – Yes
• Louisiana – Yes
• Maryland – Yes
• Massachusetts – Yes
• Michigan – Yes
• Minnesota – Yes
• Missouri – Yes
• Montana – Yes (retail only)
• Nebraska – Yes (retail only)
• Nevada – Yes (retail only)
• New Hampshire – Yes
• New Jersey – Yes
• New Mexico – Yes (retail only)
• New York – Yes
• North Carolina – Yes
• North Dakota – Yes
• Ohio – Yes
• Oregon – Yes
• Pennsylvania – Yes
• Rhode Island – Yes
• South Dakota – Yes
• Tennessee – Yes
• Vermont – Yes
• Virginia – Yes
• Washington – Yes
• West Virginia – Yes
• Wisconsin – Yes
• Wyoming – Yes
• Washington, D.C. – Yes
• Puerto Rico – Yes

Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Betting Offers

Here are the best sportsbook promos available ahead of Friday’s fight:

DraftKings Promo Code: Bet $5, Get $200 (If Your Bet Wins)

See below how you can claim $200 in bonus bets for the fight this week:

Step 1: CLICK HERE or head to DraftKings and register a new account.

Step 2: Deposit $5 or more into your DraftKings sportsbook account.

Step 3: Place a $5 bet on any Joshua vs Paul market, at minimum odds of –500 (or longer). No promo code required.

Step 4: If your bet wins, you’ll receive $200 in bonus bets credited instantly.

FanDuel Promo – Bet $5, Get $250

New customers at FanDuel can bet $5 get $250 if your first wager wins:

Step 1: CLICK HERE or go to FanDuel Sportsbook and register a new account.

Step 2: Make a deposit of at least $5.

Step 3: Wager $5 on any boxing market (including the Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul).

Step 4: If your wager wins, you’ll receive $250 in Bonus Bets credited to your account.

How to Claim the Bet365 $150 Bonus Code

If you use bonus code 'CHECK' with bet365 you can get $150 to use on the Joshua vs Paul fight this week!

Step 1: CLICK HERE or go to Bet365’s website and ensure you qualify (new customer only).

Step 2: Register a new Bet365 account using promo code ‘CHECK’.

Step 3: Deposit $10, then wager $5 on any Joshua vs Paul market via Bet365.

Step 4: Whether your wager wins or loses, you’ll receive $150 in bonus bets thanks to the promotion.

BetMGM Promo – Bet $10, Get $150 (MI/NJ/PA/WV) or First-Bet Offer up to $1,500 (Other States)

For select states (MI, NJ, PA, WV):

Step 1: CLICK HERE or visit BetMGM’s website and register your account.

Step 2: Deposit $10.

Step 3: Place your first $10 bet on any qualifying Joshua vs Paul market.

Step 4: If that bet wins, you’ll receive $150 in bonus bets in addition to your cash winnings.

For all other states (General safety net):

Step 1: Visit BetMGM or click the offer widget and enter bonus code OCMAX1500 if prompted.

Step 2: Deposit between $10 and $1,500.

Step 3: Place your first qualifying wager (straight, parlay, SGP etc.).

Step 4: If your bet wins: you keep your profits + original stake. If it loses: BetMGM refunds your stake as bonus bets (up to $1,500).

Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Odds

Here are the latest odds and best markets to bet on ahead of this blockbuster clash!

Win Market

• Jake Paul +750, Draw +2200, Anthony Joshua -900

Will the fight go the distance?

• No -550, Yes +400

Round Group Betting

• Anthony Joshua Round 1-4: -210
• Anthony Joshua Round 1-2: +115
• Anthony Joshua Round 3-4: +320
• Anthony Joshua Round 5-8: +700
• Anthony Joshua Round 5-6: +1000
• Jake Paul Round 1-4: +1900
• Jake Paul Round 5-8: +2700
• Jake Paul Round 1-2: +3300
• Jake Paul Round 3-4: +3500
• Jake Paul Round 5-6: +4500
• Jake Paul Round 7-8: +6000

Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Full Fight Card

Main Card

• Jake Paul v Anthony Joshua – heavyweight (8x3min rounds)
• Alycia Baumgardner v Lela Beaudoin – WBA, IBF & WBO super-featherweight world titles (12x3min rounds)
• Anderson Silva v Tyron Woodley – cruiserweight (6x3min rounds)
• Jahmal Harvey v Kevin Cervantes – featherweight (6x3min rounds)

Preliminary card

• Cherneka Johnson v Amanda Galle – undisputed bantamweight title (10x2min rounds)
• Caroline Dubois v Camila Panatta - WBC lightweight world title (10x2min rounds)
• Yokasta Valle v Yadira Bustillos – WBC strawweight world title (10x2min rounds)
• Avious Griffin v Justin Cardona – welterweight (8x3min rounds)
• Keno Marley v Diarra Davis Jr – cruiserweight (4x3min rounds)