Before his blockbuster fight with Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua’s past brushes with the law have resurfaced. Here’s what actually happened — including earlier arrests and legal issues — and how they relate to his career today.
As former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua continues to draw attention for his high‑profile boxing bouts — including his recent fight against Jake Paul — some fans have asked about his past arrests and legal history.
Here’s the truth about what’s public record and what did not happen in recent years:
No Recent Arrest Around the Jake Paul Fight
There are no credible reports that Anthony Joshua was arrested in connection to his December 2025 fight with Jake Paul or in relation to that event itself. Recent coverage of the Joshua‑Paul fight focused strictly on the sporting outcome — with Joshua knocking out Paul in the sixth round and Paul suffering a broken jaw in Miami.
Instead, social media rumors about airport scuffles or “attacks” on Paul have circulated online, including unverified video clips and speculation — but none of those claims have been backed by credible news sources or official arrest records.
What Did Happen in Joshua’s Legal Past
Anthony Joshua does have a documented legal history from earlier in his life, years before he became an elite pro boxer:
- In 2009, long before rising to world championship status, Joshua was reportedly remanded in prison briefly for “fighting and other crazy stuff.” He was released with restrictions.
- In 2011, he was arrested in London after police stopped his vehicle for speeding and found herbal cannabis in the car. Joshua was charged with possession with intent to supply a Class B drug. He ultimately pleaded guilty, received a 12‑month community order and was required to complete 100 hours of unpaid work. This occurred early in his career, well before becoming a household name in boxing.
Those incidents stem from Joshua’s early years and are part of the public record, but they are not connected to his professional boxing career in recent years.
How This Relates to Recent Attention
The resurfacing of Joshua’s legal history comes amid intense media scrutiny ahead of his shows and fights, especially with non‑traditional opponents like Jake Paul — a YouTuber‑turned‑boxer whose matches draw wide attention and reaction online. That scrutiny often leads fans to dig into any past controversies.
What is more relevant today is Joshua’s box office performance and his status in the heavyweight division. At the end of 2025, he scored a knockout victory over Jake Paul, putting his boxing future back in the spotlight.
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