The popular YouTuber and boxer Jake Paul continues his journey in the ring as he faces off against former middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. on June 28. This matchup follows Paul’s victory over Mike Tyson and marks an ongoing trend of him fighting older, past-their-prime opponents. Chavez Jr. is far from his peak years, presenting a matchup that continues the narrative surrounding Paul’s career choices.

Chavez Jr. has voiced skepticism about Paul’s abilities in the ring, remarking, “No, I don’t think he’s good. I think he tries, he trains hard, but he’s not a good fighter.”

While Chavez’s reputation and past achievements grant him notable name value, he competes against Paul, who has secured a reputation for taking on fighters who are well past their prime. Paul himself expressed admiration for the fight’s potential impact on his career trajectory, acknowledging Chavez as a tough competitor and indicating his aspirations for a title run post-fight.

The undercard features reputable matchups, including unified cruiserweight champion Gilberto Ramirez defending against Yuniel Dorticos and promising prospect Floyd Schofield facing veteran Tevin Farmer. Additionally, boxing Hall of Famer Holly Holm returns to the ring after a long hiatus.

For viewers, the event will broadcast on DAZN, starting at 8 p.m. ET, with the main event expected at approximately 11 p.m. ET, all for a pay-per-view price of $59.99. Paul is favored in the betting odds against Chavez, which further underscores the prospects for an engaging spectacle.