British-Nigerian boxing star Anthony Joshua is set to receive an extraordinary financial reward following his victory over social media personality-turned-boxer Jake Paul in Miami.
The high-profile bout, which ended in a sixth-round knockout, is now being described as one of the most profitable crossover fights in boxing history.
Joshua, a former two-time heavyweight world champion, controlled the contest from start to finish, using experience and discipline to outclass Paul. After several knockdowns across the early rounds, the fight was stopped in the sixth when Paul failed to beat the referee’s count, later confirming he suffered a broken jaw. The win silenced doubts around Joshua’s preparation and turned a heavily hyped spectacle into a clear display of elite boxing quality.
Beyond the result in the ring, the financial outcome has drawn major attention. Reports estimate the total purse for the fight ranged between $184 million and $267 million, with Joshua’s share projected at about $92 million—roughly ₦134 billion. Analysts have compared the earnings to historic mega-fights involving Floyd Mayweather, underlining the scale of the event. While the bout may not redefine Joshua’s legacy competitively, it has firmly positioned him as a major global attraction and delivered one of the biggest paydays ever seen in the sport.
