Ali Akbar Rosady
The highly anticipated boxing match, which took place this past Friday, saw Jake Paul, a prominent YouTuber-turned-boxer, step into the ring against Anthony Joshua, one of the most decorated heavyweights of his generation. As widely predicted by boxing analysts and enthusiasts, Joshua, with his significantly greater experience and pedigree, secured a sixth-round knockout victory over Paul. Following the defeat, Nakisa Bidarian, Paul’s manager and co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions, attributed the outcome solely to Joshua’s superior physical size, suggesting it was the primary reason for Paul’s inability to contend effectively.
Speaking on his popular YouTube channel, Michael Bisping, a seasoned combat sports veteran and respected analyst, strongly refuted Bidarian’s assessment. "Jake Paul lost because of the skill difference, not the size difference," Bisping asserted. "I’m sorry, I’m not trying to insult this guy, I’m not, but as a fighter, as a former fighter, as someone that’s very experienced in the world of mixed martial arts, and combat sports in general, this is a crazy shout."
Bisping elaborated on his analysis, stating, "He lost because he was smaller. He lost because of the size difference. He also lost because he had no business being in there with him. Anthony Joshua is by far a better boxer." This sentiment underscores a common perspective within the combat sports community regarding the vast difference in professional experience and technical proficiency between the two combatants.
Anthony Joshua entered the fight with a formidable professional record of 28 wins and 4 losses, boasting 25 knockouts. His career includes high-profile contests against some of the sport’s elite heavyweights, such as Oleksandr Usyk, Wladimir Klitschko, and Daniel Dubois, and he is a former unified world heavyweight champion and Olympic gold medalist. Paul, while having built a significant following and a respectable record against a roster primarily composed of former mixed martial artists, had never faced a professional boxer of Joshua’s caliber, particularly not in the heavyweight division.
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The fight itself saw Paul attempt to mitigate Joshua’s offensive prowess by maintaining distance and frequently clinching or dropping to his knees whenever Joshua pressed forward. While this strategy prolonged the contest beyond what some expected, it ultimately proved insufficient to withstand Joshua’s sustained attack. Joshua methodically broke down Paul, culminating in the decisive knockout in the sixth round.
Bisping acknowledged Bidarian’s role as Paul’s manager, understanding the inclination to protect his client. However, he stressed that Bidarian’s post-fight analysis deviated significantly from reality. "Of course, this guy’s his manager, so he’s going to spin it," Bisping remarked. "But there’s a reason why we have managers. We have managers to protect us from ourselves. To say, ‘Hold on a minute. That’s crazy. Don’t box Anthony Joshua. You might leave in a coffin.’"
Bisping further criticized Bidarian’s additional claim that Paul’s fatigue was a major factor, arguing that much of the clinching and defensive maneuvers that led to Paul’s exhaustion were initiated by Paul himself. "This guy now afterwards is defending it still and saying he lost because he got tired. He did get tired and there was a lot of clinching, but the clinching was from Jake Paul, from him shooting, from him actually getting double underhooks, from him doing anything he could when Anthony Joshua moved forward to stop the punches being thrown," Bisping explained. He also suggested that the referee could have intervened more quickly to separate the fighters during these clinches. "But for this guy to be blaming it on the size only and not the skill is insane."
The ramifications of the fight for Jake Paul include a confirmed broken jaw from Joshua’s finishing punches, leaving his immediate future in boxing uncertain. It remains unclear when Paul will be able to compete again, let alone against whom. Bisping, while wishing Paul continued success in his lucrative boxing ventures, offered a pragmatic recommendation for his future opponents.
"Jake Paul’s made loads of money, he’s had lots of big, lucrative fights, and he probably will continue to have more, and I wish him the best of luck, I really do," Bisping stated. "Just box someone your own size. Not a ’35er, not a super heavyweight, not a two-time world champion or a gold medalist at the Olympics. Fight a cruiserweight and fight someone up and coming, simple as that. And then everyone will give him a ton of respect." This advice highlights a path for Paul to genuinely test his skills against more appropriate competition, potentially earning greater credibility within the professional boxing landscape.
In other developments across the combat sports world:
UFC Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria has continued to express strong opinions regarding potential future matchups, notably targeting former lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and the undefeated Khabib Nurmagomedov. Topuria, who recently captured the 145-pound title, has publicly stated his desire for a super-fight against Makhachev and, provocatively, declared he would "gladly step on his head too" in reference to Nurmagomedov, escalating the rhetoric for a highly anticipated crossover bout.
In the flyweight division, Manel Kape has voiced significant confidence in his ability to challenge the new UFC flyweight champion, Joshua Van. Kape, a highly-ranked contender known for his explosive fighting style, was quoted saying, "I see Joshua Van as a punching bag," promising to "destroy" the recently crowned champion. This sets the stage for a potential thrilling title eliminator or championship clash in the near future.
In the realm of media rights, reports indicate that Warner Bros. Discovery made a strategic decision not to pursue a deal with Paramount Global, citing concerns over Paramount’s substantial investments in sports rights, including those for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). This decision reflects the intense competition and escalating costs associated with acquiring premier sports broadcasting rights, with Warner Bros. criticizing Paramount for potentially "overpaying" in this competitive market.
Meanwhile, a controversial incident involving influencer Jack Doherty and UFC legend Andrei Arlovski following the Paul vs. Joshua event has continued to draw attention. Doherty, involved in a physical altercation, has publicly defended his role and placed blame squarely on Arlovski, stating, "that guy started the whole thing." The incident has sparked debate across social media regarding the conduct of personalities outside the main event.
A selection of viral moments and notable content circulated across social media and video platforms this week, highlighting various aspects of combat sports. These included definitive fight week schedules for upcoming events, compilation reels showcasing the best knockouts from recent fights, and intriguing behind-the-scenes anecdotes. One particular story that gained traction was Anthony Pettis revealing he inadvertently caught a cameraman below the belt when launching off the cage for his iconic "Showtime Kick." Other widely shared content included relatable training struggles, humorous fan reactions, and impressive displays of skill from various martial arts disciplines.
Upcoming Fight Announcements:
- Arman Tsarukyan vs. Lance Palmer (wrestling); RAF 5, January 10. This non-MMA grappling contest features Arman Tsarukyan, a top-ranked UFC lightweight contender, demonstrating the growing trend of high-profile mixed martial artists participating in wrestling and grappling competitions outside the octagon.
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