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Paul loses WBA cruiserweight ranking after Joshua defeat

Paul loses WBA cruiserweight ranking after Joshua defeat

Summary

Jake Paul is no longer in the WBA cruiserweight rankings after losing a boxing match to Anthony Joshua. He previously entered the rankings at number 14 but was removed following a loss and subsequent ranking update.

Key Facts

  • Jake Paul lost a boxing match to Anthony Joshua.
  • Paul was knocked down twice and the match ended in the sixth round.
  • He had a broken jaw from the fight and underwent surgery to have two titanium plates fitted and teeth removed.
  • Paul was initially ranked 14th in the WBA cruiserweight division.
  • After losing, Paul fell to 15th and was then removed from the rankings.
  • Edin Puhalo replaced Paul in the rankings at the 15th spot.
  • Some boxing fans were unhappy with Paul's initial inclusion in the rankings over more traditional contenders.

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