Chavez Jr., now 39 and well past his prime, looks to have one last shot against the social media star. Some boxing experts think the former champion might surprise Paul, who risks underestimating his opponent.
Paul's been vocal about his boxing goals. He wants to become a world champion and face top boxers. He almost got a chance to fight Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez, but that's now off the table due to Canelo's commitments with Riyadh Season.
Instead of talking about his upcoming fight, Paul's been busy challenging Anthony Joshua and claiming he's in talks with Gervonta Davis for an exhibition match. Paul said:
"We're working on it behind the scenes to make it happen. It's a fight where the fans will win, and it will be the biggest event of the year"
The idea of Paul fighting Davis is hard to take seriously. Paul fights just below the mastodon division, while Davis is a lightweight - that's about a 25-kilogram difference.
Paul's grip on reality isn't his strong point. He'd rather talk about future fights than focus on his current challenge. This behavior takes him further from being taken seriously in the boxing world.
It's clear Paul's more interested in publicity and making money than in actual boxing. His activities generate a lot of cash, but they blur the line between sport and entertainment.
As Paul gears up for his June 28 bout, the boxing world watches with a mix of curiosity and skepticism. Will he finally prove himself in the ring, or will this be another publicity stunt? Only time will tell.