Jake Paul brutal fall in the ring
In the sixth round, a powerful right-hand punch from Joshua landed cleanly, causing a double jaw fracture for Paul and forcing the referee to stop the fight.
The blow left the young boxer stunned in the ring, and cameras captured the dramatic moment as he spat blood before receiving medical attention.
Days later, Jake Paul shared a video from the hospital, showing both his physical pain and the close presence of his brother, Logan Paul, throughout the recovery process.
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The recording, filled with humor and a positive attitude, allowed his followers to see a more human side of the controversial fighter and sparked countless reactions online.
Recovery and an uncertain future for Paul
Medical evaluations confirmed the severity of the injury, with fractures in two areas of the jaw and damage to several teeth, requiring surgery and ongoing follow-up.
Despite the setback, Jake Paul maintains his status as a prominent figure in celebrity boxing, with previous victories over Mike Perry, Anderson Silva, and Julio César Chávez Jr.
His knockout loss to Joshua marks a turning point but does not diminish audience interest or his ability to generate revenue.
Moreover, the fight proved financially significant, reports indicated that the combined purse reached $184 million, with Jake Paul and Joshua each earning approximately $92 million.
Even after the injury, Paul was seen enjoying his private jet, demonstrating that the financial impact of the event was as noteworthy as the sporting outcome.