Jake Paul has offered a stark visualisation of the highs and lows of professional boxing, flaunting a fortune in cash just days after suffering a brutal knockout and a broken jaw at the hands of Anthony Joshua.
A Costly Defeat and a Lucrative Payday
The YouTube star-turned-boxer was stopped in the sixth round by the former heavyweight world champion in a fight that took place on Saturday, December 21, 2025. Despite the one-sided nature of the contest, Paul's courage won plaudits, though he was ultimately unable to land a significant punch on the elite-level fighter.
Referee Christopher Young waved off the bout after a decisive right hand from Joshua left Paul dazed and defenceless. In a gritty post-fight interview, a bloodied Paul revealed the extent of his injury, stating, "I think my jaw is broke... it's definitely broke. A nice ass whooping from one of the best to ever do it."
Joshua's Respect and Paul's Future Plans
Anthony Joshua, who admitted to being initially unsettled by Paul's gameplan, was full of praise for his opponent's heart and spirit. "Jake has spirit, he has some heart," Joshua said. "A lot of fighters haven't got in the ring with me and Jake Paul did." He even suggested Paul could headline a major arena again in 2026, potentially against names like Gervonta Davis or Ryan Garcia.
Undeterred, Paul immediately outlined his ambition to heal and then pursue a cruiserweight world title, vowing to fight opponents in his own weight class next.
The Multi-Million Pound Silver Lining
Any physical pain was swiftly juxtaposed with financial gain. By Sunday, December 22, Paul had posted from his hospital bed, sharing an X-ray confirming his jaw was broken in two places. Hours later, the narrative shifted entirely.
He took to Instagram to post a picture of himself aboard a private jet, surrounded by vast bundles of banknotes and holding a golden gun. The caption read: "The American Dream. Start yours today. Believe in it. Fail. Work. Fail. Learn. Fail. Don't ever stop."
The image underscored the enormous reported earnings from the event. While initial estimates suggested a shared purse of around £140 million, Paul himself indicated the total was far higher. In a tweet last month, he claimed the fight generated $267 million, which equates to approximately £206 million – potentially netting each fighter just over £100 million.
This staggering sum explains Paul's rapid recovery display and his continued advocacy for the high-risk, high-reward path he has chosen in the sport of boxing.
