After their face-to-face meeting, Paul didn't hold back in his verbal attack on Chavez Jr. The social media star turned boxer claimed that Chavez Jr. won't be able to beat him, drawing a parallel to Chavez Jr.'s struggles with drug addiction.
Julio Cesar Chavez Sr., the Mexican boxing legend, jumped to his son's defense. He said:
"There is no way Jake Paul can beat my son with the way he trains."
Paul fired back, downplaying the need to train hard constantly. He confidently stated:
"I could beat them both."
This claim shows Paul's ambition, suggesting he could defeat both Chavez Jr. and his legendary father.
The verbal sparring between Paul and the Chavez family is part of the pre-fight hype. It's aimed at getting fans invested in the upcoming bout.
Paul, known for his transition from social media influencer to professional boxer, has been a controversial figure in the sport. His unconventional path to boxing has raised eyebrows among traditional boxing fans.
Chavez Jr., on the other hand, carries the weight of his father's legacy. As the son of a boxing great, he's faced his own challenges both in and out of the ring.
The match on June 28 will give both fighters a chance to back up their words with action. Fans will be watching to see if Paul can continue his winning streak or if Chavez Jr. can prove his father's confidence in him is well-placed.