Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua: American confirms double jaw fracture

Paul has made his career through unpredictability – while always being keen to disrupt the sport.

Just a few months ago, the prospect of Paul encountering Yeshua seemed surreal, but now he had crossed it off his wish list.

Before facing Joshua, Paul was campaigning at cruiserweight and the IBF announced he would be ranked at No. 14 in July.

He has since dropped one place, so a return to this division might make more sense if he eventually wants to fulfill his dream of fighting for a world title.

Bedarian, head of Most Valuable Promotions, said Paul had “taken himself to hospital” to be checked for a broken jaw after his loss to Joshua and may need “four to six weeks” to recover.

Once Paul gets the green light to compete in 2026, he may start to take a look at those above him in the WBA cruiserweight rankings – and one notable name is Manchester’s Pat Brown.

Brown is undefeated in five fights as a pro and could jump at the chance to fight on a big stage and enhance his reputation.

Instead, Paul has continued to express his desire to face four-weight world champion Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and will undoubtedly continue to pursue one of the biggest names still active in the sport.

A rematch with Tommy Fury – the only other defeat on Paul’s record – still stands.