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Dana White Condemns Sanctioning of Joshua–Paul Fight as 'Crazy'

His comments intensify scrutiny of a mismatch that left Jake Paul with a broken jaw after a widely watched Netflix card.

Overview

  • Dana White said the bout should never have been approved and added that everyone involved ought to feel embarrassed.
  • Jake Paul suffered a double jaw break that required plates and is recovering after hospitalization, with reports noting a current suspension from fighting.
  • Anthony Joshua defeated Paul by sixth-round stoppage on December 19, 2025, at Miami’s Kaseya Center.
  • Reports state the event drew roughly 33 million viewers worldwide on Netflix, underscoring strong commercial interest.
  • Paul has signaled plans to return in 2026 at cruiserweight and pursue a world title after he heals.