Jake Paul will fight Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. on June 28 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The YouTuber turned boxer continues to organize his own boxing events, starring himself alongside professional fighters.
Paul's last fight saw him beat Mike Tyson, who's almost 60 years old. Many people expected Paul to win against the aging former champion. That victory didn't impress boxing fans who've been waiting for Paul to face a real challenge in the ring.
The upcoming bout with Chavez Jr. might change that. Chavez Jr. will be the first actual boxer Paul has faced. This match-up promises to be tougher than Paul's previous opponents.
Paul has faced criticism for his boxing career. Some call him a fake boxer who's only in it for the attention. On the other hand, Chavez Jr. has his own reputation to deal with. In Mexico, some fans see him as a disappointment in the sport.
The fight on June 28 will give both men a chance to prove themselves. For Paul, it's an opportunity to show he can handle a real boxer. Chavez Jr. can use this fight to regain some respect in the boxing world.
Fans and critics alike will be watching closely to see how Paul performs against a more experienced opponent. The outcome of this fight could shape the future of Paul's boxing career and determine if he's taken seriously in the sport.