{
  "id": 17102746,
  "title": "Jake Paul announces boxing comeback 10 months after Anthony Joshua knockout",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/jake-paul-announces-boxing-comeback-10-months-after-anthony-joshua",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-29T18:44:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/jake-paul-announces-boxing-comeback-10-months-after-anthony-joshua-knockout/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "YouTuber Jake Paul will return to boxing on December 24 in Dubai, a year after losing to former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. The 29-year-old American announced his comeback on Thursday, with no opponent confirmed yet. Paul previously fought Joshua in Miami on December 19, 2025, suffering a knockout in the sixth round and subsequently underwent multiple surgeries due to a fractured jaw. Despite the setback, Paul maintains his confidence, stating that his ambition and belief in himself remain unchanged. \"All I want for Christmas Eve is boxing in Dubai,\" he said. He is open to a rematch with Joshua but has yet to disclose any other potential opponents. Several names are being considered for his next fight. Paul's promotional company, Most Valuable Promotions, will reveal further details in the coming weeks.",
  "summary": "YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul has announced his return to the ring on December 24 in Dubai, nearly a year after his knockout loss to Anthony Joshua. Read More: https://punchng.com/jake-paul-announces-boxing-comeback-10-months-after-anthony-joshua-knockout/",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Toronto Sun",
        "title": "Jake Paul is back in boxing: Who will he be fighting on Christmas eve?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/jake-paul-is-back-in-boxing-who-will-he-be-fighting-on-christmas-eve",
        "published": "2026-10-29T11:00:47.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport",
        "title": "'Hungrier than ever' - Paul to return on 24 December",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/hungrier-than-ever-paul-to-return-on-24-december",
        "published": "2026-10-29T11:06:04.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Jake Paul set for boxing return on Christmas Eve, a year after suffering broken jaw vs. Anthony Joshua",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/jake-paul-set-for-boxing-return-on-christmas-eve-a-year-after",
        "published": "2026-10-29T11:36:07.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Arabian Business",
        "title": "Jake Paul announces Dubai boxing comeback on Christmas Eve after Anthony Joshua defeat",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/jake-paul-announces-dubai-boxing-comeback-on-christmas-eve-after",
        "published": "2026-10-29T19:41:55.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}