Jake Paul announces boxing return on December 24 in Dubai
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 11:21 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Jake Paul is scheduled to return to the boxing ring on December 24 in Dubai, nearly a year after suffering a broken jaw during his fight with Anthony Joshua. His opponent has yet to be revealed, but discussions are ongoing with several potential names. Paul aims to start a new chapter in his boxing career, stating he remains motivated and ready to face significant challenges. The announcement follows a year of recovery since his knockout loss to Joshua.
- •Jake Paul will fight on December 24 in Dubai.
- •He suffered a broken jaw against Anthony Joshua almost a year ago.
- •Opponent details are yet to be confirmed.
- •Paul is determined to challenge himself against top competitors.
- •Potential opponents include Francis Ngannou and Chris Eubank Jr.
- 12:00 PMESPN — Jake Paul ready for 'next chapter,' books Dec. 24 return in Dubai
- 11:06 AMYahoo Sports — 'Hungrier than ever' - Paul to return on 24 December
- 11:06 AMBBC Sport — 'Hungrier than ever' - Paul to return on 24 December
- 11:00 AMSky Sports — Jake Paul to make boxing return on Christmas Eve
"Jake Paul returns to the ring for the first time since losing to Anthony Joshua against a yet to be confirmed opponent on 24 December.
"Jake Paul returns to the ring for the first time since losing to Anthony Joshua against a yet to be confirmed opponent on 24 December.
"Jake Paul will return to the boxing ring almost one year to the date after he suffered a broken jaw against Anthony Joshua.
Sources
External links- ESPNOct 29, 2026, 12:00 PMJake Paul ready for 'next chapter,' books Dec. 24 return in Dubai
Jake Paul will return to the boxing ring almost one year to the date after he suffered a broken jaw against Anthony Joshua.
- Yahoo SportsOct 29, 2026, 11:06 AM'Hungrier than ever' - Paul to return on 24 December
Jake Paul returns to the ring for the first time since losing to Anthony Joshua against a yet to be confirmed opponent on 24 December.
- BBC SportOct 29, 2026, 11:06 AM'Hungrier than ever' - Paul to return on 24 December
Jake Paul returns to the ring for the first time since losing to Anthony Joshua against a yet to be confirmed opponent on 24 December.
- Sky SportsOct 29, 2026, 11:00 AMJake Paul to make boxing return on Christmas Eve
Jake Paul is set to make his return to the ring on Christmas Eve in Dubai with his opponent to be revealed.
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