It was the clash that traditional boxing fans hated and the internet generation craved. In the early hours of this morning, “The Problem Child” Jake Paul finally stepped into the ring with former Heavyweight Champion of the World, Anthony Joshua. The buildup was toxic, the stakes were astronomical, and the result left the combat sports world in absolute shock. Whether you stayed up to watch it or woke up to the chaos, here are the 10 undeniable facts from the fight that everyone is talking about.
1. The Result: A Brutal Reality Check
Official Result
Anthony Joshua defeated Jake Paul via KO in Round 5.
Despite Paul’s bravado during the press conferences, the skill gap became apparent immediately. While Paul managed to land a stiff jab in the first round, Joshua’s experience and power eventually overwhelmed the YouTuber-turned-boxer. The finish came at 2:14 of the fifth round with a signature straight right hand that sent Paul to the canvas for the count.