YouTube star turned boxer Jake Paul will be sidelined until at least late 2026 following a second jaw surgery after his knockout loss to Anthony Joshua. Paul says doctors need four to six months just to see if his bone heals properly before he can even begin sparring again.
YouTube celebrity turned professional boxer Jake Paul faces an extended absence from the ring after undergoing a second surgical procedure on his jaw following his devastating December loss to Anthony Joshua.
Speaking to reporters Tuesday during a press conference for the Ronda Rousey-Gina Carano event, Paul revealed the lengthy recovery timeline ahead of him.
“I got my second surgery recently and the doctor said it will be four, five or six months to even be able to spar to see how the bone is healing,” Paul explained to the media. “So that puts us maybe late this year or early next year for a fight.”
The social media star’s jaw was broken in two places during his December 19 matchup against Joshua, which officials stopped in the sixth round. Paul, who now holds a 12-2 professional record, received his first surgical treatment the day after the fight, followed by the recent February procedure.
Upon his eventual return to competition, the internet personality plans to make a significant change by dropping down from heavyweight competition.
“Definitely will be a cruiserweight,” Paul stated. “Joshua’s punches hurt way more than people in my weight class. That’s where I’m best at, for sure, and where I want to continue to climb in the rankings and make some statements.”
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