Jake Paul cleared to return to boxing ring after fractured jaw recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 9:37 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Jake Paul has been cleared to return to boxing after nearly 10 months of recovery from a broken jaw sustained in a loss to Anthony Joshua on December 19. Following two surgeries, Paul's manager confirmed his return, though concerns about another potential jaw injury remain. Paul has outlined a list of potential opponents that includes Deontay Wilder, Francis Ngannou, and Ryan Garcia, indicating a willingness to engage in high-profile bouts. Additionally, he expressed interest in fighting UFC fighters Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz in either boxing or MMA. Paul aims to stay active in the sport and has ambitions that extend beyond celebrity matchups.
- •Paul was sidelined for 293 days due to a broken jaw.
- •He has shared a wish list of potential opponents for future matches.
- •Interest in fighting notable fighters like Wilder and Ngannou remains.
- •Paul aims to engage in both boxing and MMA bouts.
- 9:37 PMYahoo Sports — Jake Paul cleared to return to ring. At risk of breaking jaw again?
"Jake Paul has been cleared to return to the boxing ring 9 1/2 months after suffering a broken jaw in a knockout loss to Anthony Joshua Dec. 19.
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