Anthony Joshua Reflects on Jake Paul Victory: “A Win, Not a Success”

Heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua delivered a surprisingly critical appraisal of his performance against Jake Paul on Friday, labeling the sixth-round stoppage merely “a win, not a success,” and emphasizing his need for significant improvement.

The Dynamics of the Fight

The bout was not the quick demolition many expected. Joshua (29-4, 26 KOs) initially struggled to find his target against Paul (12-2, 7 KOs), who employed evasive footwork and movement in the early rounds, leading to a slow start in Miami.