Jake Paul Undergoes Second Surgery On Broken Jaw After Joshua Fight

The YouTuber-turned-boxer is recovering from his second procedure on his jaw injury sustained in his bout against Anthony Joshua.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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Jake Paul has undergone a second surgery on his broken jaw following his knockout loss to Anthony Joshua. Paul shared the news on Instagram, explaining that the screws and plates from his initial surgery were coming loose and he needed additional medical treatment. The 29-year-old's fiancée Jutta Leerdam was by his side during the procedure. Paul's injury will likely delay any potential return to the ring as he continues to recover.

Why it matters

Jake Paul's boxing career has drawn significant attention, with his high-profile fights against professional boxers like Anthony Joshua generating major interest. This latest injury setback will impact Paul's ability to schedule his next fight and continue building his profile in the sport.

The details

Paul required two titanium plates to be inserted around his jaw after his first surgery on December 20, the day after his fight against Joshua. The injury also cost him a couple of teeth. Despite the serious nature of the injury, Paul was spotted at a post-fight party in Miami, though he was understandably not doing much talking.

  • Paul underwent his first surgery on December 20, 2025.
  • Paul underwent his second surgery in February 2026.

The players

Jake Paul

A YouTuber-turned-boxer who recently suffered a knockout loss to Anthony Joshua and has now undergone two surgeries to repair a broken jaw.

Jutta Leerdam

Paul's fiancée, who was by his side during his second surgery.

Anthony Joshua

A professional boxer who defeated Jake Paul in a high-profile fight that resulted in Paul's broken jaw.

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What they’re saying

“Jake Paul shared the news on Instagram, explaining he was put under the knife after "the screws and plates were coming loose because apparently I didn't rest for the past 2 months.”

— Jake Paul (Instagram)

What’s next

Paul's recovery timeline from this second surgery will determine when he can return to the ring and schedule his next fight.

The takeaway

Jake Paul's boxing career has faced a major setback with this broken jaw injury, which will require additional time and medical treatment before he can consider his next steps in the sport.