One of boxing’s prominent figures returns to the ring this Saturday as Jake Paul faces off against former middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in a cruiserweight fight. Paul aims to boost his boxing reputation by taking on Chavez, who, although experienced, has seen better days in the sport.
Chavez held the WBC middleweight title between June 2011 and September 2012. As the son of the legendary Julio Cesar Chavez Sr., he has struggled to replicate his father’s success, facing ups and downs in his career, including drug test issues.
Paul, known for taking on faded stars primarily from the mixed martial arts realm, recently won against 58-year-old Mike Tyson, a bout that attracted significant attention despite lacking action.
“He’s a great fighter. I like big names, legendary names, and he’s on my path to a world championship,” Paul stated. “This is a tough test, a very tough test, but I’m here to challenge myself and make a title run after I defeat him on Saturday.”
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Both fighters share a common past opponent with Chavez losing to Anderson Silva by a split decision and Paul winning decisively against Silva about a year later.
The event will kick off at 8 p.m. ET on DAZN pay-per-view, with all viewing details provided below.
Viewing Information
- Date: June 28
- Location: Honda Center – Anaheim, California
- Start time: 8 p.m. ET (Main card)
- Main event ringwalks: 11 p.m. ET (approximately)
- How to watch: DAZN PPV (buy now)
- Price: $59.99
Fight Card and Odds
| Favorite | Underdog | Weight Class |
|---|---|---|
| Jake Paul -670 | Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. +400 | Cruiserweights |
| Gilberto Ramirez (c) -1115 | Yuniel Dorticos +600 | WBO cruiserweight title |
| Floyd Schofield -195 | Tevin Farmer +160 | Lightweights |
| Holly Holm -910 | Yolanda Guadalupe Vega Ochoa +525 | Lightweights |
| Avious Griffin -1115 | Julian Rodriguez +600 | Welterweights |
| Raul Curiel | Victor Rodriguez | Welterweights |
| Victor Morales Jr. -1667 | Rene Alvarado +850 | Junior Lightweights |
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