Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua: A Heavyweight Showdown
In an unexpected turn of events, Jake Paul took on the heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua, managing to withstand more rounds than many anticipated. Initially, the first four rounds of the match offered little excitement, with both fighters seemingly hesitant to engage. However, once the fight heated up, the considerable difference in fighting prowess became apparent.
Match Highlights
Joshua ultimately claimed victory through a sixth-round knockout, having knocked Paul down four times throughout the match. Statistics from Compubox highlighted Joshua’s dominant performance, landing 48 punches out of 146 attempts, while Paul mustered only 16 hits from 56 shots.
Despite the lack of action early on and the fight not being the most thrilling in recent memory, many spectators felt fulfilled with Joshua’s win.
Post-Fight Reactions
In a post-fight interview, Paul indicated that he believed he suffered a broken jaw during the match, commenting on the physical toll of facing a formidable opponent like Joshua.
“I think my jaw is broken, by the way, so … yeah. It’s definitely broke,”
he disclosed to Ariel Helwani from Uncrowned.
Paul further expressed his admiration for Joshua, saying,
“Man, that was good. Nice little ass-whooping from one of the best to ever do it. I just got tired, to be honest. There was so much handling his weight.”
Aftermath and Recovery
Following the fight, Paul shared a video on social media that revealed the severity of his dental misalignment as a result of the bout, showing dislodged molars. His co-promoter, Nakisa Bidarian, confirmed that Paul was taken to the hospital for treatment, where he is expected to undergo a recovery period of four to six weeks after having his jaw attended to.
The bout not only showcased Joshua’s strength but also highlighted the challenges faced by YouTube personalities stepping into the professional boxing arena, as they confront seasoned athletes in an unforgiving sport.
