Jake Paul, the YouTube sensation turned boxer, aims to secure a world title shot in the near future. The 28-year-old from Cleveland, Ohio, has his sights set on the cruiserweight division.
Paul started his boxing journey in 2020 and has won all but one of his professional bouts. He's beaten some big names, including Mike Tyson, Anderson Silva, Tyron Woodley, and Nate Diaz. His only defeat came two years ago in an eight-round cruiserweight showdown in Diriyah, where Tommy Fury won by split decision.
Now, 'The Problem Child' gets ready for his 13th pro fight. He'll face former WBC world middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr on Saturday, June 28, at the Honda Center in Anaheim.
Terence Crawford, a pound-for-pound superstar, thinks Paul has a shot at becoming a world champion. In a recent chat on The Ariel Helwani Show, Crawford said it's possible for Paul to win a cruiserweight title in the next two years.
"It's possible, it's possible. Jake can punch with that right hand, he's got a nice right hand," Crawford said on The Ariel Helwani Show. "Jake is not just a YouTuber boxing for the sake of it. He actually trains and wants to get better. He has improved. He's putting time, focus and energy into boxing. You got to respect that."
Crawford's words carry weight. He sees that Paul isn't just doing this for show. Paul trains hard, wants to improve, and has already gotten better. His dedication to the sport has earned him respect from one of boxing's best.
Paul's right hand seems to be his secret weapon. Crawford pointed out its power, which could be key in Paul's quest for a world title. With each fight, Paul gains more experience and gets closer to his goal of becoming a legitimate contender in the cruiserweight division.
As Paul prepares for his upcoming bout with Chavez Jr, the boxing world watches with interest. Will this be another step towards a world title shot? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure - Jake Paul is serious about his boxing career, and he's got the backing of some big names in the sport.
