Jake Paul faced criticism from the referee during his bout with Anthony Joshua, as fans expressed disappointment with the fight. The match in Miami saw Paul struggling to keep up with Joshua, resorting to unconventional tactics such as wrestling with his opponent. Despite lasting six rounds, Paul eventually succumbed to Joshua’s superior skills, with the referee intervening to address the fighters’ conduct.

Following the fight, Paul acknowledged his defeat but remained optimistic about his future in boxing. Despite sustaining a broken jaw during the match, he expressed determination to continue training and eventually aim for the cruiserweight world title. Meanwhile, Paul’s team confirmed his injury and stated that he was en route to the hospital for evaluation and treatment.

As for Joshua, despite securing a victory, he admitted that it was not his best performance but commended Paul for his resilience in the ring. Joshua emphasized his focus on executing his game plan and avoiding injury during the fight. Paul, on the other hand, is expected to face a mandatory suspension from the Florida Athletic Commission, prompting him to take a break from boxing to recover and plan his next steps in the sport.