Boxing fans were gifted an early Christmas present Dec. 19 when Jake "The Problem Child" Paulfaced off against former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony JoshuaandPaul was knocked out in the sixth round.
While Paul did last much longer in the ring than many expected, the result was still the same: a devastating loss on Paul's resume. However, that wasn't the end of it. After the fight, Paul revealed he had suffered severe damage,including a fractured jaw, broken in two places.
The YouTube star turned boxer did manage to keep his sense of humor even after the injuries,joking on social media, "Give me Canelo in 10 days"– a reference to Mexican boxing star Canelo Álvarez.
Double broken jaw. Give me Canelo in 10 days.pic.twitter.com/8R8NK4OeUv
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul)December 20, 2025
Despite his casual tone, Paul's injuries were serious enough to require surgery around several parts of his face. After coming out of surgery, Paul revealed that he not only needed metal plates installed, but also needed a few teeth removed. He even noted that he'll have to eat liquid foods for the next seven days.
What did Jake Paul reveal about his surgery?
According to Ring Magazine, Paul said he needed two titanium plates installed on his jaw, one on each side. He also claimed that he needed a few of his teeth removed as well.
In addition, Paul added that he is experiencing "lots of pain and stiffness" and will avoid eating solid foods for the next seven days.
Jake Paul has revealed that he's now undergone successful surgery on his jaw after it was broken in two places by Anthony Joshua 🏥Paul said: "Two titanium plates on each side. Some teeth removed… Everything went smooth. Lots of pain and stiffness. Gotta eat liquids for seven…pic.twitter.com/tjI0f0F1tx
— Ring Magazine (@ringmagazine)December 20, 2025
Who won the fight between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua?
Anthony Joshuawon the fight via knockoutin the sixth round.
The loss was just the second of Paul's career. He now boasts a 12-2 career record with seven of those wins coming via knockout.
Highlights from Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua fight
When is Jake Paul's next fight?
Paul does not have another fight scheduled as of yet, although Paul is not taking a break after losing to Joshua and has even stated he plans on returning to the ring in 2026.
Many suspect that Paul could target a bout with former undisputed middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez. In fact, when Paul revealed his broken jaw on social media, he jokingly called out Alvarez, requesting the two fight just 10 days after Paul's clash with Joshua.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Jake Paul has jaw surgery, teeth removed after Anthony Joshua knockout
