Anthony Joshua delivered the second professional defeat of Jake Paul`s boxing career, although the decisive victory took longer than anticipated by many seasoned observers.
The Sixth-Round Knockout
Fighting in the main event at Miami`s Kaseya Center on Friday night, the former two-time unified heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua, secured a powerful sixth-round knockout victory over Paul. Despite entering the bout as a heavy favorite, Joshua maintained a measured and methodical approach.
Joshua systematically dismantled the smaller Paul over the initial five rounds, utilizing his superior technique and power. He registered four significant knockdowns before ultimately finishing the contest decisively in Round 6, proving his veteran status against the rising YouTube star turned boxer.
Social Media Erupts
The definitive result of the match immediately ignited massive discussion across social media platforms, drawing sharp commentary and humor from numerous current and former athletes and celebrities.
Among the most prominent voices reacting to Joshua’s dominant display were NBA legend Kevin Garnett and former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson, alongside many others who offered their take on Paul’s performance and Joshua`s championship pedigree.
The online reactions generally praised Joshua`s professional execution and acknowledged Jake Paul`s willingness to step into the ring against elite competition, despite the clear difference in skill level.
— ESPN staff reports
