The youtuber turned into boxer Jake Paul made the news again after announcing that he had to undergo a second surgery in the jaw, a direct consequence of the knockout suffered against the former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua last December.
The combat, supported by Netflix and held at the Kaseya Center in Miami, generated great controversy due to the notable difference in level between both fighters. Joshua ended up imposing his power in the sixth round with a forceful right hand to the chin that sent Paul to the canvas.
A double fracture that complicated recovery
After the fight, Paul had revealed that he suffered a double jaw fracture and underwent immediate surgery. However, this Friday he explained on his social networks that he had to undergo surgery again.
“I had to have another jaw surgery. The screws and plates were coming loose because I apparently didn’t rest for the last two months,” the 28-year-old American wrote on Instagram, hinting that his recovery process was not adequate.
A million-dollar fight wrapped in criticism
The confrontation between Paul and Joshua generated enormous financial income. Both boxers shared a purse close to 184 million dollars, confirming the media impact that these types of hybrid events between sport and entertainment continue to have.
However, much of the world of boxing He criticized the fight for the physical and technical difference between the British, two-time world heavyweight champion, and Paul, who has built his career facing celebrities, former wrestlers and media figures.
During the fourth round, even referee Christopher Young warned the fighters with a phrase that went viral: “The fans did not pay to see this garbage,” reflecting the discontent generated by the development of the fight.
Jake Paul’s future after injury
The new surgical intervention raises questions about Jake Paul’s immediate future in the ring. Although the American has shown tremendous ability to attract global audiences, this injury could force him to take an extended break before considering his return to boxing.
Meanwhile, the defeat against Anthony Joshua marks one of the hardest moments of his sporting career and reignites the debate about the limits between spectacle and high-level professional boxing.
