Overview
- Paul said his latest operation means he cannot spar for four to six months, placing his next fight window in late 2026 or early 2027.
- He suffered a double broken jaw in his December loss to Anthony Joshua and initially had two titanium plates fitted and several teeth removed.
- A second procedure was required in February after screws and plates from the first surgery loosened, extending his recovery.
- He plans to fight at cruiserweight when he resumes boxing, saying he is best suited to that division after testing heavyweight against Joshua.
- Staying active as a promoter, Paul addressed reporters at MVP’s May 16 Netflix MMA event launch, where he traded barbs with Francis Ngannou and reiterated interest in future MMA opportunities, including a long-discussed Nate Diaz bout.