<p>The return of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/logan-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Logan Paul</a></strong> to the ring may be closer than expected. The YouTuber and WWE star recently launched a <strong>$1 million challenge for a boxing fight</strong>, and a <strong>former NFL star</strong> has reportedly <strong>agreed to face him</strong> under <strong>controversial rules</strong>.</p>



<p>Following the media <strong>success Jake Paul has achieved in boxing</strong>, his older brother Logan wants to follow a similar path. Now, he has reportedly selected his next rival: <strong>former <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pittsburgh Steelers</a> star Le’Veon Bell</strong>.</p>



<p>Shortly after announcing a <strong>$1 million challenge to any NFL player who could beat him</strong> in a boxing match, Logan Paul was approached by <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/leveon-bell" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Le’Veon Bell</a></strong>, who quickly accepted the challenge. However, the rule set for the fight has shocked many fans.</p>



<h2>Logan Paul vs. Le’Veon Bell: Is the fight happening?</h2>



<p>On X, Le’Veon Bell and Logan Paul went back and forth with direct warnings toward each other about a potential boxing match. At the end of the exchange, the <strong>influencer received the controversial rules the former running back wants for their bout</strong>.</p>



<p>Bell indicated that he is willing to match Paul’s bet and <strong>create a $2 million purse</strong> for the winner. However, the former NFL star stated that he wants the <strong>fight to continue until someone quits</strong>, meaning there would be <strong>no exact round limit</strong>.</p>



<p>Paul immediately responded and accepted the terms, adding that the bout would use <strong>10-pound gloves</strong>, <strong>no headgear</strong>, and <strong>three-minute rounds until someone cannot continue</strong>. The influencer also revealed that he would be <strong>willing to face Bell as soon as next weekend</strong>.</p>


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<h2>Tom Brady weighs in on Logan Paul vs. Le’Veon Bell</h2>



<p>The situation surrounding Paul wanting to fight an NFL player may have started with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tom Brady</a></strong>. A few weeks ago, <strong>Brady told the YouTuber that their upcoming flag football match would prove Logan is not at the same level as NFL players</strong>.</p>



<p><strong><em>“Is this my fault?”</em></strong> Brady replied to an X post by Bleacher Report announcing the potential bout between Paul and Bell. <strong><em>“Yes, but you about to make me $2M,”</em></strong> the influencer responded, suggesting he expects to defeat the former running back in the contest.</p>


        

        

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<p>The crossover between sports and entertainment could soon produce another blockbuster moment. Social media star and WWE personality <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/logan-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Logan Paul</a></strong> has issued a <strong>bold $1 million boxing challenge</strong>, and a <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/buffalo-bills" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Buffalo Bills</a> star didn’t hesitate to respond</strong>.</p>



<p>After watching the viral success his <strong>brother <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jake Paul</a></strong> has enjoyed with multiple boxing events, <strong>Logan Paul</strong> now appears eager to replicate that momentum. The influencer recently threw down a <strong>public challenge to NFL players</strong>, claiming he would have no problem defeating any of them in the ring—and <strong>promising a $1 million reward to anyone who beats him</strong>.</p>



<p>At first, Logan Paul directed the <strong>challenge at Cleveland Browns pass rusher <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/myles-garrett" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Myles Garrett</a></strong>. But the callout quickly caught the attention of another NFL player, as a key member of the Buffalo Bills stepped forward to accept the potential fight.</p>



<h2>Bills OL Dion Dawkins accepts Logan Paul’s challenge for a boxing match</h2>



<p>Logan Paul may have just created a problem for himself. After boldly claiming he could defeat any NFL player in a boxing match, one of the <strong>league’s biggest and strongest athletes wasted no time responding</strong>.</p>



<p><strong>Dion Dawkins</strong>, the Buffalo Bills offensive lineman and teammate of quarterback Josh Allen, publicly accepted the challenge. Responding on X, Dawkins wrote, <strong><em>“Sure, sure… why not poke the bear,”</em></strong> alongside videos of himself training in boxing and an <strong>edited image showing him knocking out Logan Paul</strong>.</p>



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<p>The $1 million incentive clearly caught Dawkins’ attention, but the potential matchup would feature a significant size difference. The <strong>Bills lineman stands at 6-foot-5 and weighs around 320 pounds</strong>, while <strong>Logan Paul is about 6-foot-2 and typically weighs close to 200 pounds</strong>.</p>



<p>If the fight were to materialize, the clash between a professional NFL lineman and a seasoned influencer-boxer could quickly <strong>become one of the most talked-about crossover events</strong> in sports and entertainment.</p>


        

        

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<p>More than a decade after their historic fight, <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/manny-pacquiao">Manny Pacquiao</a></strong> and <strong>Floyd Mayweather</strong> are set to meet again in the ring. The rematch, scheduled for <strong>September 19</strong>, has already sparked debate because of how the fight was first discussed behind the scenes.</p>



<p>Their first bout in May 2015 ended with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/floyd-mayweather">Mayweather</a> winning by unanimous decision</strong>, improving his record to 48-0 at the time. He later retired at <strong>50-0</strong>, while Pacquiao continued his career and now stands at<strong> 62-8-3.</strong> For Pacquiao, this second fight is a chance to change the story.</p>



<p>Speaking on <em>SportsCenter</em>, Pacquiao revealed that Mayweather initially wanted the rematch to be an exhibition. <em><strong>“He decided to do it again, so I’m hoping for, this time around, no more excuses,</strong>“</em> Pacquiao said. <em>“Although before, he wanted an exhibition with me. But I disagree. I don’t want to fight an exhibition with him. I want to fight a real fight like this.”</em></p>



<h2>Did Mayweather push for an exhibition instead of a real fight?</h2>



<p>Since retiring, <strong>Mayweather has taken part in several exhibition bouts</strong>. That history made Pacquiao firm in his stance, if they were going to fight again, it had to count on their professional records. For him, anything less would not settle what happened in 2015.</p>



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<p>Pacquiao made his goal clear. <em>“<strong>I want Floyd to live with the one loss on his professional record and always remember who gave it to him</strong>,”</em> he said, dedicating the fight to the Philippines and boxing fans worldwide.</p>


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<h2>What does this rematch mean for both legacies?</h2>



<p>At 47 and 48 years old, <strong>both fighters return with different motivations</strong>. Mayweather is defending a perfect record. Pacquiao is chasing redemption and the 63rd win of his career.</p>


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<p>As September 19 approaches, the <strong>focus will shift from words to preparation</strong>. Whether the outcome changes history or confirms it, this rematch once again puts two boxing legends at the center of the sport.</p>


        

        

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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/ryan-garcia" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ryan Garcia</a></strong> put on a boxing clinic to defeat <strong>Mario Barrios</strong> and become the new WBC welterweight champion. Garcia bounced back from a weird stretch where he lost two fights and another one was ruled a no contest due to a failed drug test. Garcia said this fight was going to<em> “be my burial or my resurrection – one of them” </em>in the press conference prior to the fight<em>.</em> It was the latter, and that came joined by a hefty bag of money.</p>



<p>Garcia earned over $30 million in his fight against Gervonta Davis, but while <strong>he still earned a significant eight-figure payday against Barrios</strong>, it wasn’t close to what he earned against Davis.</p>



<p><strong>Multiple reports, including specialized outlet The Sportster state that Garcia actually earned around $10 million</strong> between the base, the guarantees, and a slice of the event’s pay per view revenue. However, the WBC will get $5,000 from Garcia as a fine for missing a mandatory weight check deadline. </p>



<h2>Garcia is back atop the boxing world</h2>



<p>Garcia was once 23-0 and regarded as one of the best boxers in the whole wide world. Then, he lost to Davis due to a liver hook and he came crashing down. He bounced back by knocking out lesser boxer Oscar Duarte, and then he went spiraling down in the buildup against Devin Haney. <strong>He originally beat Haney by a majority decision, but he tested positive in a drug test, so it was overturned</strong>.</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Ryan Garcia knocked Barrios down in just 23 SECONDS 🫨😤<br><br>🥊 Live on <a href="https://twitter.com/DAZNBoxing?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@daznboxing</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TheRingHighStakes?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TheRingHighStakes</a> <a href="https://t.co/8HjrTRrrVo">pic.twitter.com/8HjrTRrrVo</a></p>— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) <a href="https://twitter.com/BleacherReport/status/2025467232340328850?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 22, 2026</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>Garcia then took a year off to get help with mental health struggles and substance abuse. After that, he came back to face a tough boxer in Rolando ‘<em>Rolly</em>‘ Romero. In what can only be described as an upset, <strong>Romero danced around Garcia and won a unanimous decision over King Ryan</strong>. With this win, Garcia is now back to being a world champion.</p>


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<h2>How much did Barrios earn?</h2>



<p>Barrios’ biggest reported payday came in 2021 when he faced legendary Manny Pacquiao and earned around $2.5 million. Barrios has also fought Gervonta Davis and Keith Thurman, <strong>though he is usually de B-side, despite coming in as champion sometimes. </strong></p>



<p>Per portal The Sportster, <strong>Barrios’ purse is projected around the $5 million and $8 million mark</strong>. Barrios is a very solid name in the boxing world, but he is not a household quantity. Hence, his paydays are not as big as others.</p>


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<p>Talk of a potential showdown between <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tyson">Mike Tyson</a></strong> and <strong>Floyd Mayweather</strong> has slowed in recent months, but the legendary heavyweight isn’t ready to walk away from the idea.</p>



<p>Mayweather recently filed a <strong>$340 million lawsuit</strong>, claiming money is still owed to him from some of his biggest fights. “Money” hasn’t stepped into a ring since his exhibition with John Gotti III in August 2024. </p>



<p>Meanwhile, former kickboxing champion <strong>Mike Zambidis</strong> announced he’ll fight <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/floyd-mayweather">Mayweather</a> on June 27 in Greece, raising questions about whether Tyson’s long-anticipated bout with Mayweather is still on the table.</p>



<p>Despite the uncertainty, Tyson remains undeterred. When asked by <strong>TMZ Sports</strong> whether fans will get to see him face Mayweather, the 59-year-old responded:<br><em><strong>“Yeah it’s happening. S— yeah it’s happening. </strong>You think I’d give that up? I was minding my business, he challenged me.”</em></p>



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<h2>Tyson’s fitness boosts his confidence</h2>



<p><strong>Tyson says he’s in peak shape</strong> and has even dropped a T-shirt size in the process. The former heavyweight champion believes he’s more than ready to step back into the ring against Mayweather.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/conor-mcgregor">Conor McGregor</a></strong> has also expressed excitement over the matchup, having spent time with Tyson in Dublin last December. McGregor told Bloody Elbow:<br><em>“<strong>I’ll tell you what, he [Tyson] won’t lose. I hope it goes ahead, he seems confident it’s going ahead, he’s well up for it.”</strong></em></p>



<h2>Can Tyson still compete against Mayweather?</h2>



<p>At 59,<strong> Tyson faces the challenge of taking on a nearly 50-year-old Mayweather</strong>, who himself hasn’t fought competitively in some time. While McGregor is confident in Tyson, not all fans share that view, questioning whether the fight would carry the same excitement as earlier matchups in boxing history.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> </strong>isn’t stepping away from boxing. After a sixth-round knockout defeat to former two-time heavyweight champion <strong>Anthony Joshua </strong>in December, the YouTuber-turned-boxer is already preparing for his next fight.</p>



<p><strong>Some fans thought Paul might retire after the loss</strong>, which left him with a <strong>12-2 record</strong> as a professional. Instead, he and his team are focused on making a strong return. The Most Valuable Promotions co-founder confirmed that Paul’s comeback is planned for the second half of 2026.</p>



<p><strong><em>“He wants to come back,”</em></strong> Bidarian told Sky Sports. “<em>He’s asking me to start negotiating some fights. <strong>Anywhere from August to November, you can expect Jake Paul back in the boxing ring</strong>. I want him to fight in the UK. That’s what I would love to see.”</em></p>



<h2>Focus on recovery and preparation</h2>



<p><strong>Paul’s team is using the months ahead to ensure he fully recovers</strong> from his jaw injury and can train effectively. The goal is to put him in a strong position for a high-profile fight and give fans a chance to see him compete at his best.</p>



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<p>He is also looking for the right opponent. <strong>Paul has shown he performs well in big fights</strong>, attracting attention from fans and media alike. The team wants to carefully plan his next matchup to maximize impact.</p>


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<h2>Tommy Fury rematch could be next</h2>



<p>Ideally, <strong>Paul wants a rematch with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tommy-fury">Tommy Fury</a></strong>, who handed him his first professional loss in 2023. Bidarian highlighted that Paul has grown as a fighter and is ready to prove himself.</p>



<p><strong>“<em>I would love for that fight to happen because it’s a good measure of how far Jake has come,”</em></strong><em> </em>Bidarian said. <em>“There was more internet interest in Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury in the UK than any Tyson Fury fight over the past five years, and even more than any Jake Paul fight besides Mike Tyson. If we could do it in the UK or Europe, fans would go crazy.”</em></p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/terence-crawford">Terence Crawford</a></strong> has made it clear he disagrees with how the <strong>WBC</strong> handled the fate of one of his former titles. Just months after stepping away from the sport, the undefeated star is speaking out about what he views as a questionable championship decision.</p>



<p><strong>Crawford officially retired in December,</strong> closing the door on one of the most accomplished careers of the modern era. A five-division world champion and three-time undisputed titleholder, he exited boxing at the top, leaving little doubt about his legacy.</p>



<p>His final bout came last September in Las Vegas, where Crawford moved up to super middleweight and defeated <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/canelo-alvarez">Canelo Alvarez</a></strong> to claim all four major belts. However, by the time he announced his retirement, he no longer held the WBC title, having been stripped after declining to pay the organization’s sanctioning fee for the fight.</p>



<h2>Why does Crawford disagree with the WBC’s decision?</h2>



<p>Earlier this week, the WBC elevated <strong>Christian M’Billi</strong> from interim champion to full titleholder. The move did not sit well with Crawford, who took to social media to voice his opinion on who he believes truly deserves the belt. <em><strong>“Give my bro Lester a title shot, because he should be champion right now</strong>,”</em> Crawford wrote, making it clear he feels <strong>Lester Martinez</strong> was overlooked.</p>



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<h2>The controversy behind the claim</h2>


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<p><strong>Martinez and M’Billi faced each other on the undercard of the Crawford–Alvarez fight in September</strong>, with the WBC interim title on the line. That bout ended in a highly debated split-decision draw, leaving many observers divided over the outcome.</p>



<p>Despite not being crowned champion, <strong>Martinez remains highly ranked by the WBC</strong>. If the organization opts for a rematch or mandatory defense, Crawford’s stance could gain relevance, especially given the unresolved nature of that first encounter.</p>


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<p><strong>As Crawford settles into retirement, his voice still carries weight.</strong> Whether the WBC responds or not, his comments have reignited debate over a division that remains unsettled at the very top.</p>


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Anthony Joshua’s next steps toward Tyson Fury revealed by Eddie Hearn after Jake Paul KO

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<p>Nearly a month after the highly anticipated clash between <strong>Anthony Joshua</strong> and <strong>Jake Paul</strong>, <strong>UFC </strong>President <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/dana-white">Dana White</a></strong> has publicly shared his thoughts on the controversial bout. The fight, held on Dec. 19, 2025, ended with a sixth-round defeat for Paul, leaving fans and pundits debating the matchup.</p>



<p>Leading into the fight, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a> had some early success, landing several punches in the opening rounds. However, <strong>Joshua’s experience soon took over</strong>, and the former heavyweight champion dominated the latter half of the bout, highlighting the significant skill gap between the two fighters.</p>



<p>White, speaking to Complex News, expressed disbelief that the fight was sanctioned at all. <em>“<strong>It’s crazy that that fight was even allowed to happen. Crazy</strong>,”</em> he said. The UFC President emphasized that while Paul has an impressive record in his 14 professional bouts, facing an Olympic gold medalist and two-time heavyweight champion was a clear mismatch.</p>



<h2>Was Jake Paul set up for failure against Joshua?</h2>



<p>White criticized the decision to even stage the fight, noting the inherent risk and disparity in experience. <em>“To even comment on it, <strong>I think everybody that was involved in that thing should be embarrassed</strong>, number one. And number two, it’s just not what I am into,”</em> he said.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2026/01/17113759/paul-joshua-1920x1080.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-563699"></figure></div><figcaption>Anthony Joshua punches Jake Paul in their heavyweight bout. Leonardo Fernandez/Getty Images</figcaption></figure>



<p>Despite the loss, White acknowledged that Paul could continue fighting as long as the audience and promoters support him. <em>“<strong>I mean, I don’t know. As long as people keep wanting to pay and watch him fight</strong>, I guess he can keep doing it. It’s just not what I do,”</em> White added.</p>


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<h2>Paul’s recovery</h2>



<p>Following the defeat, <strong>Paul suffered a broken jaw and remains in recovery</strong>, currently suspended from competition. <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Joshua</a>’s dominant performance </strong>reinforced his standing as one of boxing’s elite, while Paul faces uncertainty about his future in professional boxing.</p>


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Anthony Joshua delivers honest 3-word take on Jake Paul’s power

Jake Paul reacts to Anthony Joshua’s car crash in Nigeria with heartfelt message after their fight

UFC president Dana White slams Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul fight: ‘Crazy it was allowed’ - Bolavip US

UFC president White slams Joshua vs Paul fight: ‘Crazy it was allowed’

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/terence-crawford">Terence Crawford</a></strong>’s career is widely regarded as one of the most complete and dominant runs in modern boxing history. Finishing undefeated at <strong>42–0</strong>, the former undisputed champion competed across multiple weight classes and defeated elite opposition at every stage of his rise.</p>



<p>In September, Crawford added another historic achievement by defeating <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/canelo-alvarez">Canelo Alvarez</a></strong> to capture the super middleweight championship, a victory that further cemented his legacy. The win came after Crawford moved up significantly in weight, silencing doubts about whether the size difference would prove decisive.</p>



<p>Despite the magnitude of that triumph, Crawford has now revealed that <strong>Canelo was not the toughest challenge he faced during his career</strong>. Instead, the Nebraska native pointed to a much earlier fight as the most difficult night he ever endured inside the ring.</p>



<h2>Crawford’s toughest opponent</h2>



<p>Speaking during a recent livestream appearance with Adin Ross, Crawford was asked directly whether Canelo Alvarez represented the hardest opponent of his career. His response was immediate and definitive. <em><strong>“No,</strong>”</em> Crawford said. <em>“<strong>Gamboa was the hardest person</strong> I ever fought — and that was at 135 pounds.”</em></p>



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<p>Crawford was referring to his 2014 title defense against <strong>Yuriorkis Gamboa</strong>, a former Olympic gold medalist and one of the most explosive fighters of his era. The bout took place shortly after Crawford won the WBO lightweight title, and early rounds saw Gamboa’s speed and power give Crawford significant problems.</p>


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<h2>Crawford shuts down Mayweather comeback speculation</h2>



<p>Since announcing his retirement, speculation has persisted about whether Crawford could return for a blockbuster bout, particularly against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/floyd-mayweather-jr">Floyd Mayweather</a></strong>. </p>


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<p>However, Crawford has made it clear that such a scenario is not under consideration.<em>“<strong>Nah, man. I wouldn’t fight him,</strong>”</em> Crawford said. <em>“Floyd is old, man. Floyd is done.”</em></p>


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        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/boxing/anthony-joshuas-upcoming-fights-revealed-by-eddie-hearn-following-jake-paul-stunning-ko-win" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20251225_BUS_551264_anthony-joshua-4.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Promoter Eddie Hearn revealed Anthony Joshua’s next steps after his stunning knockout of Jake Paul, outlining the path leading toward a potential showdown with Tyson Fury.
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Not Canelo: Crawford names the hardest fight of his career

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Anthony Joshua</a></strong> was involved in a serious car accident just a week after his bout with <strong>Jake Paul</strong>. The car crash was in Nigeria, and according to several reports, two people were fatally wounded, while the British boxer got injured.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jake Paul</a>, who fought Joshua on December 19th, popped up on his social networks to send a heartfelt message to both the fighters and all parties involved. After all, <strong>rivalries are settled in the ring</strong>. “<em><strong>Life is much more important than boxing. I am praying for the lost lives, AJ and anyone impacted</strong> by today’s unfortunate accident,”</em> Paul wrote on X.</p>



<p>According to <em>BBC Sport</em>, the 36-year-old boxer was driving on the Ogun-Lagos state expressway. <strong>The car crash left Joshua dealing with some minor injuries, but reports state he is “<em>fine</em>.”</strong> According to the Federal Road Safety Corps, the Lexus SUV where Joshua was travelling was going in excess of the speed limit, and lost control trying to overtake another vehicle. <strong>Joshua was in the rear of the car.</strong></p>



<h2>A few days ago, Joshua was putting on a show for the world to see</h2>



<p>Just ten days ago, Joshua and Paul were involved in one of the most-watched boxing bouts of all time. Joshua found some early struggles, but with the ring rust gone, <strong>he started to push the pace and was able to knock Paul out with a straight right in the sixth round.</strong></p>



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<p><strong>Paul, who is usually a very controversial figure, left his polarizing ways, and sent a heartfelt message to his former rival</strong>. This goes to show that rivalries are not meant to last. Life goes beyond what happens in the sport. Joshua will thankfully recover from the minor injuries suffered.</p>



<h2>Joshua has massive fights on the horizon</h2>



<p>It’s time to see if Joshua will take extra time off after this to get back in the ring or not. However, <strong>Joshua has massive fights -and paydays- on the horizon</strong>. A British superfight against legend <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tyson-fury" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tyson Fury</a> is on the works.</p>



<p><strong>Joshua has a 29-4 record with 26 knockouts</strong>. As for Fury, he has a 34-2 record with 24 KOs to his name. The rumored pay for Joshua on this bout will be north of $50 million. Hence, it’s a massive opportunity for him.</p>


Jake Paul reacts to Anthony Joshua's car crash in Nigeria with heartfelt message after their fight

Jake Paul reacts to Anthony Joshua's car crash in Nigeria with heartfelt message after their fight - Bolavip US

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Anthony Joshua</a></strong> didn’t mince words after his high-profile clash with <strong>Jake Paul</strong> at the Kaseya Center in Miami on December 19. The fight, which ended in the sixth round via knockout, showcased Joshua’s elite skill and reminded fans why he remains a heavyweight force.</p>



<p>As the rounds progressed, Joshua’s dominance became clear. The former champion landed <strong>48 punches to Paul’s 16</strong> and recorded three knockdowns in the sixth, ultimately breaking Paul’s jaw. Despite the dramatic outcome, Joshua remained measured when discussing <strong>Paul’s punching ability in the aftermath.</strong></p>



<p>Speaking to <em>Fight Hub TV</em>, Joshua offered a succinct three‑word assessment: <strong><em>“It was alright.”</em></strong> He acknowledged that his own performance “<em>could have been better</em>” but focused on the result, adding, <em>“We got there in the end.”</em></p>



<h2>Did Jake Paul feel Joshua’s power?</h2>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul"><strong>Jake Paul</strong> </a>also shared his perspective on Logan Paul’s <em>Impaulsive</em> podcast. Reflecting on the fight, he said, <em>“<strong>He was imposing his will on me and being massive</strong>, and the big shots landing, it goes downhill from there.”</em> He described the jaw injury as <em>“like a baseball in there. Four titanium plates. How many do you have?”</em> Logan replied, <em>“Just one.”</em></p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/12/27095433/joshua-paul-3-1920x1080.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-552090"></figure></div><figcaption>Anthony Joshua punches Jake Paul in their heavyweight bout. Leonardo Fernandez/Getty Images</figcaption></figure>



<p>Despite the brutal outcome, Paul admitted the experience was valuable: <em>“<strong>It’s a great experience overall to be in there with somebody that’s that good.</strong> I learned a lot.”</em></p>


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<h2>What comes next for both fighters?</h2>



<p>Both fighters showed mutual respect after the bout, signaling that lessons were taken from the matchup. Joshua’s decisive performance reinforced his standing in the heavyweight division, while Paul gained insight into elite-level boxing. </p>


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Anthony Joshua delivers honest 3-word take on Jake Paul's power

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Anthony Joshua delivers honest 3-word take on Jake Paul's power - Bolavip US

Joshua delivers honest 3-word take on Paul's power

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/conor-mcgregor">Conor McGregor</a></strong> took to social media this Christmas, but the UFC superstar wasn’t just spreading holiday cheer. Instead, he couldn’t resist poking fun at <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a></strong>, who recently suffered a double broken jaw in his sixth-round knockout loss to <strong>Anthony Joshua</strong>.</p>



<p>Paul, 28, shared a heartfelt update with fans, tweeting: <em>“<strong>God is great. Broken jaw, but brain and spine all clear. Never been more motivated.</strong> Merry Christmas to all around the world. Never stop trying to be great. You are guaranteed 100% failure if you don’t try.”</em></p>



<p>While McGregor initially agreed with Paul’s message, he added a sharp jab of his own. <em>“<strong>Indeed! God is great! Enjoy your Christmas smoothies, bro,</strong>”</em> McGregor wrote in a tweet that he later deleted, mocking Paul’s recovery diet after the brutal loss against <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Joshua</a>.</p>



<h2>Will McGregor step back into the Octagon soon?</h2>



<p>The former dual-weight UFC champion hasn’t fought since suffering a broken leg at <strong>UFC 264</strong> in July 2021. However, McGregor is preparing for a comeback, targeting the UFC White House card on June 14, 2026.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/12/19054353/joshua-paul-1-1920x1080.webp" alt="Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua" class="wp-image-548057"></figure></div><figcaption>Jake Paul faces off against Anthony Joshua. Megan Briggs/Getty Images for Netflix</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Who could be McGregor’s next opponent?</h2>


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<p><strong>Michael Chandler</strong> has long pursued a bout with McGregor and is currently considered the frontrunner to welcome him back to MMA. UFC CEO <strong>Dana White</strong> is expected to finalize the White House card in February, which will reveal McGregor’s opponent and the full lineup for the historic event.</p>


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Conor McGregor mocks Jake Paul's broken jaw in Christmas jab following Anthony Joshua KO

Jake Paul makes major move against critics amid Anthony Joshua ‘rigged fight’ accusations

Conor McGregor mocks Jake Paul's broken jaw in Christmas jab following Anthony Joshua KO - Bolavip US

McGregor mocks Paul's broken jaw in Christmas jab following Joshua KO

<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Anthony Joshua</a></strong> returned to the ring in commanding fashion, defeating <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a></strong> via sixth-round knockout on December 19 in Miami, Florida. The win marked his first victory since March 2024, when Joshua stopped former UFC champion <strong>Francis Ngannou</strong>, and helped him rebound from a prior knockout loss to fellow Brit <strong>Daniel Dubois</strong>.</p>



<p>Friday’s bout was the first step in what Joshua hopes will be a renewed campaign at heavyweight. With talks of a potential showdown against <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tyson-fury">Tyson Fury</a></strong> next year, the question remains: how will Joshua rebuild momentum and choose the right path to that anticipated clash?</p>



<p>Promoter <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/eddie-hearn">Eddie Hearn</a></strong> has outlined the plan, emphasizing the importance of carefully selecting Joshua’s next opponent to prepare him for Fury without unnecessary risk.</p>



<h2>When will Anthony Joshua fight next?</h2>



<p>According to Hearn on <em>The Ariel Helwani Show</em>, Joshua is aiming for a return in <strong>February 14</strong>, though the fight could be pushed to mid-March due to the demands of his recent training camp. <em>“We are moving forward with our plan now with His Excellency, <strong>that would be a fight in February/March, then hopefully fight Tyson Fury,</strong>”</em> Hearn explained.</p>



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<p>Th<strong>e promoter stressed the need for a strategically chosen opponent</strong>, one who can help Joshua regain rhythm and confidence in the ring without compromising his preparation for the larger challenge ahead.</p>


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<h2>Joshua’s potential opponents</h2>



<p>Hearn acknowledged speculation around a bout with former kickboxing champion <strong>Rico Verhoeven</strong>, stating: <em>“<strong>Rico is a fight that has been mentioned by certain people</strong>. Ultimately, we will field offers. We could do with a fight that’s going to prepare us for Tyson Fury. That’s quite a difficult thing to do, style-wise.”</em></p>



<p>He added that while Verhoeven has generated interest, Joshua may face a different opponent who better serves as a preparatory step toward Fury. <em>“We might look at other opponents [besides Verhoeven], but <strong>we’re open at the moment. We’re in a wonderful position,</strong>”</em> Hearn said.</p>


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<p><strong>Joshua’s next fight will not be against Fury early next year</strong>, partly because Fury is scheduled to fight in April and would likely not accept an opening-quarter bout with Joshua. Hearn confirmed that delaying until September would be unnecessary, as Joshua seeks to maintain momentum from his victory over Paul.</p>


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<p>The aftermath of <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul">Jake Paul</a></strong>’s high-profile defeat against <strong>Anthony Joshua</strong> has been defined by reflection rather than regret. Following a sixth-round knockout loss in Miami, Paul offered a candid assessment of what went wrong inside the ring—and what he believes ultimately cost him the fight.</p>



<p>Despite entering the bout as a heavy underdog, <strong>Paul showed early composure against the former heavyweight champion</strong>. He landed several clean shots and managed distance well in the opening rounds, momentarily disrupting Joshua’s rhythm before the physical gap between the two fighters became decisive.</p>



<p>By the later rounds, however, fatigue set in. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua">Joshua</a> imposed his size and power, scoring a knockdown in the fifth before forcing a stoppage one round later. Paul later revealed he drove himself to the hospital after the fight, where he was diagnosed with a double broken jaw.</p>



<h2>Is conditioning what ultimately failed Jake Paul?</h2>



<p>Speaking on his brother’s <em>Impaulsive</em> podcast, Paul pointed to preparation—not courage or skill—as the decisive factor. <em>“<strong>I should have gone to altitude to train, that was my biggest mistake</strong>,”</em> Paul admitted, explaining that his stamina faded once Joshua began pressing forward. <em>“I needed that extra level of cardio for this.”</em></p>



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<p>Paul also revealed that his camp was far from ideal. He had just three weeks to prepare, was forced to add weight rapidly, and dealt with illness during the buildup. <em>“<strong>He was imposing his will on me… once those big shots land, it goes downhill from there</strong>,”</em> Paul said.</p>


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<h2>What comes next for Paul after the setback?</h2>



<p>Despite the loss, Paul remains committed to boxing. He confirmed plans to return in 2026 once his jaw fully heals, shifting his focus back to opponents closer to his natural weight class. <em>“<strong>With better cardio, I could’ve kept fighting,</strong>”</em> he said, adding that the experience reinforced both his respect for elite fighters and his desire to improve.</p>


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<p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jake-paul" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Jake Paul</a></strong> was rushed to the hospital after suffering a <strong>brutal knockout loss to Anthony Joshua</strong> that resulted in <strong>a double fracture</strong> of his <strong>jaw</strong>. Following the stunning defeat, the <strong>influencer-turned-boxer</strong> has addressed growing <strong>rumors </strong>about a potential <strong>retirement</strong> from boxing.</p>



<p>In his final fight of the year, <strong>Paul was knocked out by <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/anthony-joshua" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Joshua</a> in the sixth round</strong>. The powerful right hand from the <strong>British heavyweight caused significant damage</strong>, forcing Paul to undergo immediate surgery—a setback few fighters are able to overcome.</p>



<p>During an <strong>interview with his brother</strong>, <strong>Logan Paul</strong>, Jake was asked directly whether retirement was now on the table. While he admitted the loss came as a major shock, Paul made it clear that <strong>stepping away from boxing is not something he’s considering</strong> at this time.</p>



<h2>Jake Paul shuts down retirement talk after Joshua loss</h2>



<p>Appearing on the Impaulsive podcast on Tuesday, <strong>Paul confirmed that he plans to take time off to fully recover from his jaw injury</strong>. He also shared that he intends to use the break to support his fiancée, Olympic speed skater Jutta Leerdam, as she prepares for the 2026 Winter Games.</p>



<p><strong><em>“I’m gonna take some time off to go support Jutta at the Olympics,”</em></strong> Paul said. <em>“Then, she’s gonna move to Puerto Rico, move her here. Maybe go snowboarding or something.”</em></p>



<p>At the moment, <strong>Paul does not have a fight scheduled for 2026</strong>. His immediate focus remains on rehabilitation, after which he will evaluate potential opponents before making his return to the ring.</p>


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<h2>Is a fight with Canelo Alvarez still possible?</h2>



<p>For years, <strong>Jake Paul has publicly called out Canelo Alvarez</strong>, though the Mexican superstar has <strong>consistently dismissed</strong> the idea. However, the situation could change heading into 2026.</p>



<p><strong>Alvarez was reportedly set for a rematch with Terence Crawford</strong>, but the <strong>American</strong> has since <strong>retired</strong> from boxing. That development could <strong>open the door for a potential exhibition bout with Paul</strong>—though any talks would ultimately depend on Paul’s health and his decision to continue boxing.</p>


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