Jake Paul suffers broken jaw after knockout
Jake Paul suffered a broken jaw after being knocked out by Anthony Joshua on December 19, 2025. Following the injury, Paul underwent a second surgery, with recovery expected to take four to six months before he can spar again.
In a recent statement, Paul shared, “I got my second surgery recently, and the doctor said it will be four, five or six months to even be able to spar to see how the bone is healing.” This setback comes as Paul, who has a professional boxing record of 12 wins and 2 losses, plans to transition to fighting at cruiserweight after moving on from heavyweight.
Paul’s first surgery occurred the day after his fight with Joshua, highlighting the severity of the injury. He described Joshua’s punches as significantly more painful than those from fighters in his previous weight class, stating, “Joshua’s punches hurt way more than people in my weight class.” This experience has raised questions about the challenges he may face in future bouts.
As Paul recovers, his next fight is anticipated to take place in late 2026 or early 2027. Observers are keen to see how his performance will be affected by this injury and recovery period. The boxing community is particularly interested in whether he can maintain his competitive edge after such a significant setback.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding potential opponents for his upcoming fights, including speculation about a matchup with Francis Ngannou. As Paul continues his rehabilitation, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely for updates on his recovery and future plans in the ring.
