By Daniel J. Whitman | News Of Los Angeles
At a Glance
- Jake Paul lost to Anthony Joshua by sixth-round knockout.
- Paul suffered a double-fractured jaw and will need surgery.
- The loss dropped him out of the WBA cruiserweight rankings.
- Why it matters: The fight highlights the high stakes for social-media stars entering professional boxing.
Jake Paul was stopped by former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in the sixth round during their Miami bout on Dec. 19. The knockout left Paul with a double-fractured jaw and removed him from the WBA cruiserweight rankings. The fight marked a turning point for the YouTuber-turned-boxer.
The Fight
The match in Miami saw Joshua deliver a decisive knockout in round six, ending Paul’s 12-2 record with 7 KOs. Paul sustained fractures that required surgical repair.
- Record: 12-2, 7 KOs
- Ranking: slipped out of WBA cruiserweight rankings after being No. 15
- Previous ranking: No. 14 after beating Julio César Chávez Jr.
Aftermath and Ranking
Paul’s exit follows criticism that his earlier opponents lacked quality. The WBA top-15 list now has a vacant No. 1 spot, with Leonardo Mosquea holding No. 2.
| Rank | Boxer | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vacant | – |
| 2 | Leonardo Mosquea | – |
| 15 | Jake Paul | Out |
The loss also raises questions about Paul’s future bouts.
Next Steps
It is unclear who Paul will fight next after recovery. He had been slated to face Gervonta “Tank” Davis before the Joshua bout, which was called off.
Key Takeaways
- Jake Paul lost to Anthony Joshua by knockout and will undergo surgery for a broken jaw.
- The defeat dropped him out of the WBA cruiserweight rankings.
- Paul had previously been ranked No. 14 after defeating Julio César Chávez Jr.
The outcome underscores the risks of high-profile boxing for social-media personalities.
