In a stark demonstration of elite class meeting ambitious crossover appeal, Anthony Joshua emphatically stopped Jake Paul in the sixth round of their heavily promoted boxing match. The event, streamed globally on Netflix, took place at the Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida, on 19 December 2025.
The Fight Breakdown: From Clinches to Knockout
The bout was scheduled for eight rounds of three minutes each, with both men wearing 10-ounce gloves. Anthony Joshua, the 36-year-old former two-time unified heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medallist from Watford, entered with a record of 28-4. He faced Jake Paul, the 28-year-old YouTuber-turned-professional boxer, who stepped up from cruiserweight to heavyweight boasting a 12-1 record.
The initial rounds were tactical, with Paul using lateral movement and frequent clinches to smother Joshua's power. The British heavyweight, however, remained patient, steadily increasing his pressure as the fight progressed into the middle rounds.
The Decisive Moment: A Brutal Right Hand
Joshua's dominance culminated in the sixth round. He found the opening he needed and landed a devastating right hand that sent Paul crashing to the canvas for a knockout finish. Reports from the aftermath indicate the punch was so powerful it resulted in Paul sustaining a broken jaw.
Following the victory, which marked a return to winning ways for Joshua, the champion immediately set his sights on the top of the division, publicly calling out fellow Briton Tyson Fury for a future super-fight.
Fan Reaction: Spotting the 'Regret' in Real-Time
In the aftermath, viewers dissecting footage shared by Netflix on social media platform X identified what they dubbed the precise instant Paul comprehended the severity of his situation. One viral comment noted, "You can see the exact moment Jake Paul suddenly regretted the life choices that had led to this point," referring to a clip of Paul covering up in a corner.
Another fan succinctly stated it was the "moment he realised he'd f**ked up," while others remarked on the sheer force of the knockout punch, with one writing, "Anthony Joshua hit Jake Paul so hard that he said 'WHOA' when he got knocked out."
Despite the comprehensive defeat and significant injury, Jake Paul remained defiant in defeat. He praised the sport of boxing and confirmed his intention to continue his career, with a stated aim of pursuing world titles, likely back at the cruiserweight limit once he has recovered.
