Jake Paul's tumultuous boxing career has hit another roadblock after being removed from the World Boxing Association's cruiserweight rankings following his heavyweight bout against Anthony Joshua.

The 28-year-old internet personality, who dramatically entered the rankings at number 14 in July after defeating former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., has now fallen from the official list in the WBA's December 31st update.

Paul's fight against Joshua was a grueling experience, with the YouTuber-turned-boxer spending significant portions of the match attempting to evade his more experienced opponent. In the fifth round, Paul was knocked down twice and ultimately stopped, marking his second professional career defeat.

The physical toll of the fight was substantial. Paul underwent medical procedures afterward, including the installation of two titanium plates and the removal of some teeth due to a broken jaw sustained during the bout. His removal from the rankings was subsequently confirmed, with Bosnia's Edin Puhalo taking the number 15 spot previously occupied by Paul.

Paul's initial inclusion in the boxing rankings last year had already sparked controversy among traditional boxing enthusiasts, who felt he had prematurely leapfrogged more established contenders. His high-profile fights continue to generate significant public interest, regardless of the outcome.

Despite the setback, Paul's boxing journey remains a fascinating narrative of an internet personality challenging conventional athletic pathways. His ability to generate massive public attention and compete at a professional level continues to blur the lines between entertainment and professional sports.

As the boxing world moves forward, fans and critics alike will be watching to see how Jake Paul adapts and potentially rebounds from this latest professional challenge.