Anthony Joshua stepped back into the ring on Saturday, December 20, and delivered a statement performance, knocking out Jake Paul in the sixth round at the Kaseya Center in Miami. The emphatic win reinforced Joshua’s standing as one of the world’s top heavyweight boxers and reignited talk of a long-anticipated clash with Tyson Fury.

Joshua, the British fighter, dismantled the much-hyped influencer-turned-boxer Paul with a straight right hand that broke Paul’s jaw and ended the contest. The victory marked a strong return to form for the former world champion, who believes he no longer needs another tune-up fight before facing Fury.

After the bout, Joshua made his intentions clear. “And if Tyson Fury is serious, and if he wants to shake off his Twitter fingers and pick up some gloves, he should fight me. Let’s see how serious he is.”

“We can sign a contract and have the fight in 8 weeks,” Joshua added in a post-match interview, smiling after the win. “Let’s see if he’s a man.”

Joshua vs Paul: How the fight ended

Joshua applied steady pressure from the opening bell, using his superior ring IQ and power advantage. He controlled the first four rounds without overcommitting, content to wear the YouTuber-influencer Paul down. The tempo shifted in the fifth round when Joshua increased his aggression and dropped Paul twice. Although Paul managed to beat the count on both occasions, he appeared unsteady and visibly shaken.
The end came in the sixth round. With Paul trapped in the corner, Joshua measured his shot and landed a decisive right hand. Paul was unable to beat the 10-count and was taken to hospital following the fight.

Boxing earnings: How much Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul made

According to multiple reports, both fighters are guaranteed to earn approximately £70 million ($94 million) each from a combined purse of £140 million ($187 million), making it one of the most lucrative bouts in recent boxing history.

Anthony Joshua: Net worth and business ventures

Anthony Joshua’s net worth: Before finalizing any potential fight with Fury, attention has also turned to Joshua’s financial standing. The 2025 40 Under 40 Rich List estimates Joshua’s net worth at £195 million ($261 million), placing him among the wealthiest figures in boxing.

The figure reflects career fight purses exceeding £219 million ($293 million), alongside endorsements, investments, and business interests. Joshua owns 258 Group, a company managing properties valued at more than £75 million ($96 million) in London, and he reportedly holds stakes in major brands including Alpine F1 and DAZN, according to The Sun.

Joshua is also said to own an extensive luxury property portfolio, including a £40 million ($53 million) estate in Hertfordshire and a £26 million ($35 million), 6,300-square-foot property on Bond Street.