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Joshua Knocks Out Paul, Eyes Fury Showdown Next

12/20/2025

Summary

Joshua Knocks Out Paul

Anthony Joshua defeated Jake Paul by knockout in the sixth round on December 19, 2025, at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
Joshua scored four knockdowns and landed 48 of 146 punches, while Paul landed only 16 of 56.
After the fight, Joshua acknowledged his performance wasn't his best but praised Paul's resilience.
Paul suspected a broken jaw but expressed satisfaction with his effort and plans to return to cruiserweight competition.
Joshua is now considering a potential fight with Tyson Fury in 2026.

Summary

Paul Challenges Joshua

Jake Paul will fight Anthony Joshua, the former two-time heavyweight champion, in a heavyweight bout on December 19, 2025, at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
Joshua holds a 28-4 record.
Jake Paul has a 12-1 record.
Joshua is heavily favored at -1200, and Paul is a +700 underdog.
The event will be streamed on Netflix starting at 8 p.m. ET, with preliminary bouts at 4:45 p.m. ET.

History

Historical Context

On February 25, 1964, Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) shocked the boxing world by defeating Sonny Liston, the reigning heavyweight champion, in a major upset. Clay, an 8:1 underdog, won by technical knockout when Liston retired on his stool after the sixth round, marking a pivotal moment in boxing history and launching Ali's legendary career while tarnishing Liston's reputation.

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Joshua Knocks Out Paul

Anthony Joshua defeated Jake Paul by knockout in the sixth round on December 19, 2025, at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
Joshua scored four knockdowns and landed 48 of 146 punches, while Paul landed only 16 of 56.
After the fight, Joshua acknowledged his performance wasn't his best but praised Paul's resilience.
Paul suspected a broken jaw but expressed satisfaction with his effort and plans to return to cruiserweight competition.
Joshua is now considering a potential fight with Tyson Fury in 2026.

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