Jake Paul Hospitalized After Knockout by Anthony Joshua

YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul shared a video from the hospital following his knockout defeat against heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua on March 16, 2024, in Miami. After the fight, which was part of a £200 million Netflix production, Paul drove himself to the emergency room, concerned about sustaining a potential injury.

The bout was marked by an unusual dynamic. For the first four rounds, Joshua struggled to connect with significant shots as Paul frequently fell to the canvas. The fifth round saw a shift in momentum when Joshua delivered two knockdowns, ultimately culminating in a devastating right hand that ended the fight in the sixth round. This blow left Paul spitting blood inside the ring, where he continued to speak to reporters despite the severity of his injury.

In the early hours of Saturday, Paul confirmed his fears of a broken jaw through a post on Instagram. He shared a video in a Jake vs Joshua t-shirt, lying in a hospital bed while hooked up to various monitoring tubes. The video featured a voiceover quote from the film “Ted,” where he humorously expressed his condition. Standing beside him was his brother, Logan Paul, clad in black, visibly concerned.

Paul captioned the post, “Broken jaw guys thanks for all the support I’m ok,” and later shared an X-ray revealing a double fracture in two places. Logan also posted a picture from the hospital, expressing pride in his brother’s resilience despite the injury, stating, “Proud brother of an absolute warrior, broke his jaw but can’t break his spirit.”

Fans rallied around Paul, flooding social media with messages of encouragement. Comments included sentiments like, “Come back harder champ,” and “You’re a brave guy, Jake, respect.”

The fight not only marked a significant moment in Paul’s career but also nearly led to a confrontation between Joshua and Logan Paul following the bout. As Joshua exited the ring, Logan attempted to grab his £370,000 chain, resulting in a heated exchange before security intervened.

Following his victory, Joshua called out fellow heavyweight Tyson Fury, hinting at a long-anticipated showdown dubbed the “Battle of Britain” next year. The aftermath of this fight leaves fans eager for the next chapter in both fighters’ careers, particularly for Jake Paul as he recovers from his injuries.