Anthony Joshua knockout win over Jake Paul
British heavyweight boxing star Anthony Joshua delivered a dramatic knockout victory over YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in their high-profile fight on Friday night at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The bout, which drew global attention and was streamed on Netflix, ended in the sixth round when Joshua’s powerful right hand sent Paul to the canvas and the referee counted him out, giving Joshua the win by knockout.
Joshua, a former two-time unified heavyweight champion, had returned to the ring for the first time since September 2024 and used his reach and experience to gradually take control of the fight. Paul, who moved up in weight for the match, managed to last into the later rounds and was repeatedly praised for his resilience despite being outmatched by the seasoned professional. In the fifth round, Joshua dropped Paul multiple times, setting the stage for the decisive blow in round six that ended the contest.
The victory marked a significant moment in Joshua’s career as he continues his comeback, demonstrating the skill gap between elite professional boxers and social media personalities entering the sport. After the fight, Paul acknowledged the challenge and hinted at returning to boxing in the future, even as fans and commentators debated the spectacle. Meanwhile, Joshua hinted at future big-name fights as he looks ahead to reclaiming a place among boxing’s top heavyweights.
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