Jake Paul vs. Chavez Jr: Will Julio Fight?
- - Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., once a WBC middleweight champion, is preparing to face Jake Paul in a cruiserweight match.
- Chavez's career has seen highs and lows, including a period when his father, the legendary Julio Cesar chavez Sr., battled addiction.
- At the pre-fight press conference, Jake Paul targeted Chavez's vulnerabilities.
Will Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. overcome the odds and defeat Jake Paul in his comeback fight? This is the question on everyone’s mind as the former champion steps into the ring. Chavez, facing both personal struggles and a formidable opponent, seeks to revive his boxing career. Paul, not one to shy away from controversy, has already ignited the rivalry with taunts and the inclusion of Chavez Sr. News Directory 3 has the latest updates. Can Chavez’s old-school training methods prevail against the YouTube star’s challenge? Discover what’s next …
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Aims for Comeback Against Jake Paul
Updated June 28, 2025
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, calif. – Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., once a WBC middleweight champion, is preparing to face Jake Paul in a cruiserweight match. The fight marks another chapter in the perplexing career of the 39-year-old, who has faced personal and professional challenges in recent years.
Chavez’s career has seen highs and lows, including a period when his father, the legendary Julio Cesar chavez Sr., battled addiction. Chavez Jr. himself has struggled, with a 6-5 record in recent years, including losses to Anderson Silva. He was also arrested on gun charges and entered rehab.
At the pre-fight press conference, Jake Paul targeted Chavez’s vulnerabilities. Paul said Chavez was an “embarrassment to Mexico” and alluded to his past struggles with drug addiction. He also brought Chavez Sr. onto the dais, creating an awkward dynamic.
despite the taunts, Chavez remains focused on the fight. His trainer, Charlie Huerta, said Chavez has been training with old-school methods, including shadowboxing, mitt work and some weight training. Huerta acknowledged challenges in getting Chavez to the gym but said he is confident in Chavez’s ability to win if he is at 100 percent.
Chavez said boxing “saved my life” and helped him stop drinking. He has been sober for 18 months and is motivated by his two children with his wife,Frida.
When asked how he plans to beat Jake Paul, Chavez said, “Throw a lot of punches. Train hard.”
“Boxing saved my life. Helped me stop drinking. It’s one of the things.”
Julio Cesar chavez Jr.
| Punches | Paul | Chavez | Div. avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total avg. thrown per round | 37.1 | 21.8 | 48.4 |
| Total avg. landed per round/Body | 12 (3.1) | 7.3 (4.1) | 13.9 |
| Percentage | 32.3% | 33.5% | 28.7% |
| Body landed ratio | 24.4% | 50% | N/A |
| Jabs avg. thrown per round | 20.4 | 7.4 | 21.9 |
| Jabs avg. landed per round | 4.4 | 2.1 | 4.2 |
| Percentage | 21.6% | 28.4% | 19.2% |
| Power avg. thrown per round | 16.8 | 14.4 | 26.5 |
| Power avg. landed per round | 7.7 | 5.2 | 9.7 |
| Percentage | 45.8% | 36.1% | 36.6% |
What’s next
The Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.-Jake Paul fight is scheduled for this Saturday. Chavez hopes to prove he can still compete at a high level and overcome the challenges he has faced.