In a stunning display of power and experience, former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua decisively ended the boxing ambitions of YouTube sensation Jake Paul. The highly anticipated bout concluded with a knockout in the sixth round at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.
Joshua's Dominant Performance
The fight, which drew a crowd of 19,600 spectators, was a one-sided affair that proved the gap between an elite boxer and a social media star. From the opening bell, Joshua (29-4, 26 KOs) controlled the pace. The turning point came in the fifth round when Paul was sent to the canvas twice after absorbing solid punches from the British powerhouse.
Seeing his opponent was in trouble, Joshua wasted no time in the sixth. He immediately pressed the attack, rocking Paul with a powerful right uppercut early in the round. A relentless flurry of headshots followed, sending Paul (12-2) tumbling to the mat once more.
The Final Blow and Aftermath
Although the 28-year-old Paul managed to get back on his feet, his fate was already sealed. Referee Christopher Young had seen enough, officially waving off the contest at 1:31 of the sixth round and declaring a knockout victory for Joshua.
This result served as a harsh lesson for Paul, who began his professional boxing career in January 2020. He had initially planned an exhibition match in Miami against lightweight champion Gervonta Davis last month. However, when legal issues forced the cancellation of that event, Paul quickly pivoted and signed to face Joshua—a decision that ultimately backfired.
What This Means for Boxing
The match definitively answered questions about whether influencers could compete at the highest level of heavyweight boxing. Joshua's victory reinforced the notion that elite boxers cannot be taken lightly, even in high-profile exhibition matches designed for spectacle.
For Jake Paul, the dream of scoring a monumental upset is over, at least for now. The knockout loss marks a significant setback in his boxing narrative. For Anthony Joshua, the win is a strong statement as he continues his journey back to the top of the division, reminding the world of his formidable power and skill.
