In a dramatic turn of events during a highly anticipated bout in Miami, Jake Paul suffered a double broken jaw after Anthony Joshua delivered a knockout punch in the sixth round.
The Fight
Anthony Joshua, the former world heavyweight champion, knocked out Jake Paul in the sixth round with a powerful punch to the jaw. The impact sent the American to the canvas for the fourth and final time, and he was counted out as he struggled to get to his feet.
Injury Details
Paul posted an X-ray of his damaged jaw on Saturday, labeling it a “Double broken jaw,”. He added, “Give me Canelo in 10 days.” In a separate post from what appeared to be a hospital room, he wrote, “thanks for all the support I’m OK.” The YouTuber also shared that “everything went smooth” during surgery, but added, “Lots of pain and stiffness,” and noted, “Gotta eat liquids for 7 days.”
Post-Operative Recovery
After the operation, Paul confirmed that everything went smoothly, but he is dealing with significant pain and stiffness. He plans to follow a liquid diet for a week while he heals.
Weight and Skill Mismatch
Concerns were raised before the bout due to the mismatch in size and skills. Paul weighed in at 216 lbs (98 kg), while Joshua weighed in at 243 lbs (110 kg). The Englishman, a two-time heavyweight champion, is one of the sport’s elite power punchers.
Key Takeaways
- Jake Paul suffered a double broken jaw after a sixth-round knockout by Anthony Joshua.
- Paul posted an X-ray and detailed his post-operative recovery plan.
- The fight highlighted a significant weight and skill gap between the two fighters.
The bout in Miami ended with Joshua’s decisive victory, leaving Paul to focus on recovery from a severe jaw injury.
