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After weeks of buildup, fight night has arrived. Jake Paul steps into the ring against two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. Widely considered the biggest test of Paul’s career, the showdown takes place Friday, Dec. 19, at 8 p.m. ET.
Ahead of the bout, DraftKings is offering new users $200 in bonus bets after placing a winning $5 first wager. Our guide breaks down how the promotion works and previews what each fighter brings to the ring.
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Spend $5+ Get $150 in Bonus Bets Within 14 Days
Plus Get up to $1,000 Deposit Bonus
Bet on All Your Favorite Sports With America's Top-Rated Sportsbook
To Claim: Click CLAIM OFFER
Initially billed as a fight against Gervonta Davis, Paul will now face Anthony Joshua at Miami’s Kaseya Center. Both fighters enter the clash with strong records. Paul is 12-1 with seven knockouts. Joshua owns a professional record of 28-4, with his most recent bout ending in a loss to Daniel Dubois.
DraftKings lets new customers earn bonus bets on this fight with a simple offer: Sign up, apply the new-customer offer token and place your first bet of $5 or more. If your bet wins, you’ll receive eight $25 bonus bets ($200 total).
There are a few key details to consider. Your qualifying bet must have minimum odds of -500. The bonus bets will be credited to your account once your first wager settles. You have seven days to use them before they expire. When you win with bonus bets, you keep the profits; however, the original bonus stake is not withdrawable.
To be eligible, you must be 21 or older and reside in an eligible state. If you are 18 or older and reside in Washington, D.C., Kentucky or Wyoming, you are also eligible to claim the bonus.
Extra DraftKings betting offers for fight night
In addition to the welcome bonus, DraftKings offers several other sportsbook promos, including:
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Deposit bonus up to $1,000: Receive a 20% bonus on your deposit, up to a maximum of $1,000.
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Paul vs. Joshua odds boost: Select Anthony Joshua to win in Round 1 or 2 and receive boosted odds of +150.
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Early exit coverage: Get covered if your selected fighter exits in the first half due to injury.
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Refer a friend: Invite friends to join DraftKings and earn referral rewards when they sign up.
These promotions may not be available in all states. Check the DraftKings promotions page to confirm which offers apply to you.
Creating an account on the DraftKings website or mobile app is required to access its features and promotions. The registration process includes the following steps:
- Select “Sign Up” on the DraftKings website or app
- Provide your personal information
- Verify your identity
- Confirm your location
- Agree to the platform’s terms and conditions
- Place a $5 wager with minimum odds of -500
- Receive $200 in bonus bets after the wager settles as a win
Always review the bonus terms before placing your first bet to ensure you remain eligible to receive the bonus bets.
Paul vs. Joshua odds at DraftKings
The odds tell the story. DraftKings lists Joshua as the overwhelming favorite at -1,000, while Paul sits at +650 as a clear underdog. The betting market expects the British heavyweight to handle a career cruiserweight with only 13 fights under his belt.
Joshua, now 36, is coming off a fifth-round knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in their IBF title fight. That defeat snapped a four-fight winning streak following consecutive losses to Oleksandr Usyk in 2021 and 2022.
Despite the recent setback, Joshua’s 28-4 record against elite competition makes him a heavy favorite. On paper, Paul represents one of the easiest tests of Joshua’s professional career.
Paul hopes to improve to 13-1 on Friday night. The American enters with a six-fight winning streak, though the level of competition raises questions. Most of his victories have come against YouTubers and retired MMA and NBA athletes.
His 2023 bout with Tommy Fury marked his only appearance against an active professional boxer. Paul lost that fight but did score a knockdown. Now, he faces his most formidable challenge yet in a legitimate heavyweight champion. It remains to be seen whether he can rise to the occasion.
New DraftKings customers can access bonus bets through the welcome promotion. Register before fight night and follow the steps outlined above to claim the offer.
