Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Jake Paul will face off in a boxing match on June 28 at the Honda Center in Anaheim. The fight has raised eyebrows in the boxing community, with many questioning its impact on the sport's credibility.
Juan Manuel Marquez, a legend of Mexican boxing, voiced his concerns about the match in a recent interview with ProBox TV. Marquez worries about the potential fallout if Chavez Jr. loses to Paul, a YouTuber turned boxer.
"It would be a disaster. What is going to happen if Julio Cesar Chavez loses? It would be a blow for boxing, because he was practically world champion. It would be an unpleasant news for him and for boxing."
Marquez points out that Paul doesn't have a traditional boxing background. He hasn't progressed through the amateur ranks to become a professional. This lack of conventional experience adds to the controversy surrounding the match.
The Mexican legend also raised questions about the fight conditions. He wonders if there might be contractual clauses that could affect Chavez Jr.'s performance.
"We have to see what is going to happen in the fight, if Junior is going to prepare, if he is going to throw combinations."
If Chavez Jr. manages to win, Marquez believes it could be beneficial for the former world champion's career. A victory might help Chavez Jr. regain some credibility and potentially lead to more lucrative opportunities.
"It would be the best thing for Chavez Jr. if he were to win, because he would have an important victory against a fighter, in quotes."
Marquez emphasizes the importance of ethics and professionalism in boxing. He hopes Chavez Jr. will take the fight seriously and give it his all.
"In boxing what counts is ethics, professionalism and the credibility of the fighter. That he goes 1000% to win."
As for Paul, Marquez doesn't mince words about what he hopes will happen if the YouTuber loses.
"Imagine if Junior beats him, that he sends him back to make videos on YouTube."
The boxing community has met this fight with more criticism than enthusiasm. While Paul has taken his boxing training seriously in his own way, many professionals feel his lack of traditional experience undermines the sport's integrity. For Chavez Jr., this match represents an opportunity to revive his career, but it comes with significant risks to his reputation.
As the fight date approaches, all eyes will be on the Honda Center to see how this controversial matchup unfolds and what implications it might have for the future of professional boxing.
