Jake Paul Hospitalized After Joshua Fight & Fasting

Anthony Joshua Knocks Out Jake Paul, Eyes Fury Rematch in 2026

A dominant performance saw Anthony Joshua defeat Jake Paul by knockout in the sixth round Saturday night in Miami, reigniting the former champion’s pursuit of another world title. The victory, while not without its chaotic moments, leaves Paul recovering from a double jaw fracture and Joshua looking ahead to potential clashes with boxing’s biggest names.

Did you know? — Anthony Joshua’s record now stands at 29 wins and four losses in his professional boxing career.He previously held unified world titles from 2017 to 2021.

Joshua admitted the fight wasn’t a masterclass, stating, “It wasn’t the best performance, but the goal was to get Jake Paul, pin him down and hurt him.†He added, “It took a little longer than expected, but the right finally found its goal.â€

A Farce at Times in Miami

The bout, streamed on Netflix, was described as “mediocre†and at times descended into a “farce,†with Paul repeatedly falling to the canvas and attempting to stall by clinging to Joshua. The referee, Christopher Young, even warned the fighters in the fourth round, telling them, “The fans didn’t pay to see this crap.â€

Pro tip — Clinching, while a legal tactic, is often penalized by referees when excessive, as it disrupts the flow of the fight and prevents engaging action.

as Paul visibly tired, Joshua began to land punches with increasing regularity.Two knockdowns in the fifth round signaled the end was near. In the sixth,Joshua cornered Paul and delivered a decisive left-right combination,culminating in a knockout right to the chin.

Paul Undergoes Jaw Surgery

Following the fight, Paul was immediatly transported to the hospital, were he revealed the extent of his injuries via social media. He shared an X-ray image of his jaw, announcing, “The operation went well, thank you for all the love and support. Two titanium plates were implanted on each side. Some teeth were removed. I am only allowed to drink liquids for seven days.â€

https://www.instagram.com/jakepaul/ – Paul shared a post-surgery X-ray of his fractured jaw on instagram.

Reader question — Titanium plates are commonly used in jaw fracture repairs due to their strength, biocompatibility, and ability to promote bone healing.

Joshua Sets Sights on Tyson Fury

With the victory over Paul, Joshua has quickly turned his attention to a potential showdown with Tyson Fury.“We’ve shaken off the rust,I can’t wait to start 2026 with full momentum,†Joshua said. “If Tyson Fury is really serious, then we should put on the gloves and fight.â€

This win marks Joshua’s 29th victory in 33 professional fights (four defeats). The 36-year-old,who famously defeated Wladimir Klitschko in 2017,is steadfast to reclaim his position at the pinnacle of the sport after recent setbacks. he lost unexpectedly to Andy Ruiz Jr. in 2019, regained the WBA, WBO, and IBF titles, only to lose them to Alexander Usyk in 2021, and suffered a knockout loss to Daniel dubois in September of the previous year.

Paul,meanwhile,has suffered his second professional defeat in 14 fights. The 28-year-old previously gained notoriety with a controversial victory over boxing legend Mike Tyson in November 2024.

The financial implications of Saturday’s fight are meaningful, with reports suggesting Joshua earned at least $30 million. This victory represents a crucial step in his journey back to championship contention, and a potential clash with Fury looms large on the horizon.