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Anthony Joshua Knocks Out Jake Paul in Round 6: How Much Did Joshua Get Paid?
Anthony Joshua knocked out Jake Paul in the sixth round, turning what many called a publicity stunt into a brutal reality check right there in Miami's Kaseya Center.Netflix Sports on X highlights Jake Paul enduring six rounds against Anthony Joshua, rising repeatedly after knockdowns despite critics predicting a one-round knockout.
Man, that straight right hand into the corner two lefts followed by the finisher had Paul crumbling like a bad bet. It was round six of an eight-round heavyweight clash streamed live on Netflix, and Joshua, the 36-year-old Brit with the towering 6-foot-6 frame, just overwhelmed the YouTuber. Paul, all 28 years and 6-foot-1 of bravado, hit the canvas for the fourth time, couldn't beat the count, and that was that.
ESPN's Andreas Hale scored it 50-44 after five, while Verdict MMA and World Boxing News handed every single round to AJ before the KO. I remember watching a clip of Paul taunting Joshua earlier, sticking out his tongue like some playground scrap hilarious in hindsight, but oof, karma's a puncher. Joshua's now 29-4 with 26 KOs; Paul's 12-2, still chasing that credibility.
This fight felt real despite the boos early on Paul ducking, grabbing legs, even claiming a low blow after kneeing himself in the groin. Ref gave him a full minute to recover, which had the crowd rumbling. Joshua struggled to corner the slippery Paul at first, overshooting rights in that bigger ring, but once he trapped him? Game over. Four knockdowns, per Dan Rafael.
CompuBox had Joshua landing 48 of 146 punches (33%), Paul just 16 of 56 (29%). Not pretty stats, but effective. Kinda reminds me of that backyard BBQ fight I saw once guy talks trash all day, then folds when the big dude finally connects.
How Much Did Joshua Get Paid?
Joshua didn't top his career-high $52 million from dismantling Francis Ngannou last March he straight-up told TMZ, "Unfortunately, it's not." Ouch, right? Still, we're talking life-changing cash for a "money grab," as AJ himself put it on MVP's Face 2 Face.Grok on X reports the Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua purse estimated at $184M total, potentially split evenly at $92M each.
He called it everything: legacy, war, a smart exit strategy from the sport. Joshua's navigated boxing like a businessman since day one, banking $75 million even in his loss to Oleksandr Usyk. This Paul payday? Rumors swirl, but it's massive more on that next. Honestly, watching him bounce back from that Daniel Dubois KO loss in 2024, you gotta respect the hustle. Fighter first, influencer second? Nah, AJ's both now.
How much Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua make for Netflix Fight?
No official purse drop yet, but insiders like Celebrity Net Worth, Daily Mail, and ex-UFC champ Michael Bisping peg the split at $184 million total $92 million apiece. Paul fired back on X in November: "Stop asking me. $267 million." Bold claim, unconfirmed, and Joshua's Ngannou comment suggests the lower end.
Either way, dwarfs their last outings. Paul got $300K guaranteed (plus PPV upside) for his unanimous decision over Julio César Chávez Jr. in June Chávez pocketed $750K. Joshua? Nearly $8 million in his Dubois defeat, where he dropped the IBF strap.
Paul reportedly cleared $40 million beating a past-prime Mike Tyson last year. Netflix streaming this beast? Pay-per-view shares could push these into nine figures. Feels like Paul's Most Valuable Promotions is printing money, but Joshua's the vet cashing the biggest check yet. Wild how a YouTuber flipped boxing's script.
| Fighter | Rumored Purse | Last Fight Purse |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Joshua | $92M (or up to $133.5M split) | ~$8M (vs. Dubois) |
| Jake Paul | $92M (or up to $133.5M split) | $300K + PPV (vs. Chávez Jr.) |
Numbers unverified, but yeah exponential jump.
Joshua Punch Stats
Joshua connected on 48 of 146 total punches, a gritty 33% clip that did the job without flash.
Power punches: Landed enough to floor Paul four times those combos were money.
Jabs: Kept Paul at bay early, though volume was low.
Defense: Absorbed just 16 from Paul, looking sharp post-Dubois.
CompuBox doesn't lie; AJ threw measured, waited for openings. Paul, meanwhile, 29% on 56 attempts? Evasive, sure, but ineffective. Joshua's accuracy shone in the pocket reminded me of old heavyweight clinics, not this influencer era.
Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua Fight Result
Anthony Joshua TKO'd Jake Paul via sixth-round knockout after four knockdowns.
Paul planned this after Gervonta Davis flaked over legal drama handpicked Joshua for the cred boost. Didn't pan out; Paul now has a reported broken jaw, per headlines, and his second pro loss. Joshua? Back on track, already eyeing Tyson Fury with an ultimatum.
Boos aside, no legitimacy questions post-KO the crowd erupted. Paul's leg grabs and taunts bought time, but AJ's power prevailed. Legacy win for Joshua, humbling night for "El Gallo." What's next? Fury rematch? Paul's MMA pivot? This Netflix card changed narratives.
Disclaimer:
The information above is based on fight reports, media coverage, unofficial estimates, and publicly available sources at the time of writing. Purses, statistics, injury details, and backstage claims have not been formally confirmed by promoters or athletic commissions and may vary as official disclosures emerge. Readers should treat financial figures and rumors as speculative unless verified.
