At a Glance
- Jake Paul drops out of WBA cruiserweight rankings after a knockout loss to Anthony Joshua, breaking his jaw twice and needing surgery.
- Paul was ranked No. 15 before the fight, having entered the rankings at No. 14 after beating Julio César Chávez Jr.
- His next bout remains unclear following the injury.
Why it matters: The loss and injury affect Paul’s future career and the heavyweight division.
The YouTube-turned-boxer Jake Paul, once ranked in the WBA cruiserweight list, suffered a severe defeat and injury in his bout against former world champion Anthony Joshua on Dec. 19 in Miami.
Ranking Fallout
Paul’s ranking slipped out of the WBA cruiserweight top 15 after the loss. He had been at No. 15 entering the fight, having climbed to No. 14 after defeating Julio César Chávez Jr. in July.
- No. 1 spot vacant
- No. 2 Leonardo Mosquea
Injury Details
During the sixth-round knockout, Paul fractured his jaw in two places, requiring surgery to repair the damage. The injury has sidelined him from immediate competition.
Future Uncertainty
The next opponent is unknown as Paul recovers. He had been slated to fight Gervonta “Tank” Davis before the Joshua bout, but that fight was canceled.
| Event | Ranking |
|---|---|
| July after beating Chávez Jr. | No. 14 |
| Before Joshua fight | No. 15 |
| After loss | Dropped out of top 15 |
The WBA’s top 15 currently has a vacant No. 1 spot, with No. 2 held by Leonardo Mosquea.
Key Takeaways
- Jake Paul falls out of WBA cruiserweight rankings.
- He suffered a double-jaw break requiring surgery.
- His next fight is currently unknown.
With surgery and recovery ahead, Paul’s next bout remains uncertain, leaving fans and the boxing community awaiting his comeback.
