Miami was buzzing this past Friday night as two heavyweights collided at the Kaseya Center: two-time former unified champion Anthony Joshua and social-media sensation-turned-boxer Jake Paul.
After a cautious opening round, Joshua 📏 used his 6-foot-6 frame and ring IQ to gradually wear down the 28-year-old American. By the middle rounds, Joshua's crisp jab and powerful right hand had Paul on the back foot.
In the sixth round, the turning point arrived: Joshua landed a thunderous right cross that sent Paul to the canvas. After rising on shaky legs, Paul was dropped again moments later, and the referee waved off the fight. It marked Joshua's first win in 15 months and a spectacular return to form.
Paul was rushed to a local hospital, where doctors confirmed fractures to his jaw. He later underwent surgery to insert titanium plates and is expected to be out of action for several weeks.
For Joshua, 36, the victory comes after elbow surgery following his loss to Daniel Dubois. While not at peak sharpness, Joshua's sixth-round knockout reminded the boxing world why he's a formidable force in the heavyweight division. Now, all eyes turn to his next big challenge 🎯.
The bout drew massive attention online, trending across social media and buzzing in the boxing community. With momentum back on his side, Joshua is already eyeing future superstar matchups. Who will step into the ring with him next? Stay tuned! 👀
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Anthony Joshua knocks out Jake Paul in sixth round clash in Miami
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