On Friday night, December 19, 2025, Anthony Joshua returned to Miami’s Kaseya Center and delivered a sixth-round knockout of Jake Paul, marking his comeback after 15 months out of the ring.
The two-time former unified world heavyweight champion, 36, controlled the fight from a cautious opening, using his reach and experience to score multiple knockdowns. Paul, 28, struggled to match Joshua’s power and precision as the bout progressed, ultimately failing to beat the referee’s count in the sixth round.
Following the stoppage, Paul was rushed to a local hospital where doctors confirmed fractures to his jaw. He underwent surgery to insert titanium plates and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks during his recovery.
Joshua’s last fight was a high-profile loss to Daniel Dubois in London, after which he had elbow surgery. While he admitted he wasn’t at peak sharpness, the victory in Miami allows him to regain momentum and set his sights on bigger challenges, potentially including title contenders and crossover events.
The Joshua-Paul clash captivated fans across sports and social media, reinforcing Joshua’s standing as a heavyweight force and adding a memorable chapter to the evolving world of influencer boxing.
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Anthony Joshua knocks out Jake Paul in sixth round clash in Miami
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