Jake Paul gears up for his toughest boxing challenge yet. The social media star turned boxer will face former world champion Julio César Chávez Jr. on June 28th at the Honda Center in Anaheim.
Paul's mother, Pamela Ann Stepnick, stood up for her son on the 'Impaulsive' podcast. She had strong words for Jake's critics.
"If all those haters want to get in the ring themselves, they can then speak. Otherwise? Just shut up."
At first, Pamela didn't know much about Chávez Jr. But after doing some research, she realized the gravity of the situation.
"He's a very well-seasoned boxer. It's going to be tough, but we will see!"
Jake Paul's record stands at 11-1 with 7 knockouts. He recently beat Mike Tyson, but that victory raised eyebrows due to the significant age gap between the two fighters.
Chávez Jr., on the other hand, brings a wealth of experience to the ring. At 39, he's not far removed from his prime and boasts 54 career wins. He even went the distance with Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez back in 2017.
The 10-round cruiserweight clash promises to be a real test for Paul. His brother, Logan, echoed this sentiment, calling it Jake's "toughest fight yet."
For Jake Paul, this bout represents more than just another fight. It's a chance to prove he belongs in the boxing world, facing a seasoned pro who's still in fighting shape. The outcome of this match could shape the trajectory of Paul's boxing career moving forward.
