Boxing : Jake Paul eager to return as jaw heals, but still sidelined

Jake Paul endures the longest break of his boxing career after suffering a jaw injury in his knockout loss to Anthony Joshua last December. This hiatus marks the first time since his pro debut in 2020 that Paul goes an entire year without a fight.

Stay tuned to discover how this time off could redefine his approach and ambitions in the ring. Paul views his recovery as a chance to recharge, expressing, "I miss boxing." He currently promotes MVPW-02, featuring Alycia Baumgardner and Bo Mi Re Shin at Madison Square Garden.

While his jaw is "recovering nicely," Paul hasn’t yet been cleared to spar but has recently resumed hitting the heavy bag. “It’s good to miss the sport because I hadn't missed it in a while,” he stated. With his focus set on returning as a cruiserweight, Paul aims for a world championship title.

Despite the brutal setback against Joshua, Paul remains optimistic, suggesting that the experience has made him a stronger competitor. He emphasizes the importance of taking time off to return with renewed energy, saying, "I'm eager to get back into the ring but I don't want to rush it." Paul balances recovery with promotion while keeping his sights firmly set on the future.