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Former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua delivered a decisive performance on Friday night, stopping Jake Paul at the Kaseya Center in Miami.
The bout marked a major turning point in Paul’s boxing journey, as it became the second loss of his career and his first defeat by knockout.
Paul was overwhelmed throughout the contest, suffering four knockdowns before the referee brought the fight to an end.
Despite entering the bout with confidence and momentum, Paul was unable to withstand Joshua’s power and experience at the elite level.
Jake Paul’s Road To The Fight
Originally, Jake Paul (12-2, 7 KOs) was set to face lightweight champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis in an exhibition bout scheduled for November 14 at a 195-pound catchweight.
However, that matchup was canceled after a civil lawsuit was filed against Davis in late October, involving allegations including battery, aggravated battery, false imprisonment, kidnapping, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
Instead, Paul turned his focus to Joshua after coming off a unanimous decision victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in June.
That win extended a six-fight streak following his split-decision loss to Tommy Fury in February 2023.
Anthony Joshua’s Career Context
For Anthony Joshua (29-4, 26 KOs), the win represented another important chapter in his ongoing comeback.
Joshua previously lost his WBO, IBF, and WBA heavyweight titles to Oleksandr Usyk in September 2021 and was defeated again in their rematch 11 months later.
Afterward, Joshua bounced back with four consecutive victories, before suffering a setback when he was stopped by Daniel Dubois in September 2024.
The dominant win over Paul reinforced Joshua’s status as a dangerous force in heavyweight boxing.
Other Notable Fight Results
In addition to the headline bout, Alycia Baumgardner also emerged victorious on the card, continuing her strong run and adding another key win to her professional résumé.
Round-By-Round Coverage
Complete round-by-round analysis and fight results from the event were provided by Andreas Hale and James Regan, offering detailed insights into how the action unfolded inside the ring.
The Miami fight card delivered high drama and clear statements. Anthony Joshua’s knockout win over Jake Paul showcased the difference between elite championship experience and rising crossover popularity.
Meanwhile, Baumgardner’s victory added further depth to a memorable night of boxing. With careers moving in different directions, the results from this event are likely to have lasting implications across the sport.
FAQs
How did Anthony Joshua defeat Jake Paul?
Anthony Joshua stopped Jake Paul after knocking him down four times, giving Paul his first knockout loss.
Why was Jake Paul’s fight with Gervonta Davis canceled?
The bout was canceled after a civil lawsuit was filed against Davis in late October.
What was Anthony Joshua’s record before this fight?
Joshua entered the fight with a record of 28 wins and 4 losses, including 26 knockouts.