Jake Paul's boxing career is taking an interesting turn. Oscar De La Hoya, a six-weight world champion turned promoter, thinks Paul has a real chance at winning a world title.
Paul, known as "The Problem Child," is gearing up for his next fight. He'll face Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, a former WBC world middleweight champion from Mexico. The bout is set for Saturday, June 28, at the Honda Center in Anaheim.
This fight comes after Paul's surprising win over Mike Tyson last November. The two battled for eight rounds at AT&T; Stadium in Texas, with Paul coming out on top by unanimous decision.
De La Hoya shared his thoughts on Paul's boxing future in a recent interview. He said:
"Jake Paul has a real, real shot at winning a world title. Jake Paul is such a genius in luring in Canelo."
At 28, Paul is taking boxing more seriously than ever. The former YouTube star has faced a lot of criticism over the years, but he's determined to prove himself in the ring.
If Paul wins impressively against Chavez Jr, he'll move closer to his dream of getting a world title shot. It's a big step up in competition, and fans will be watching closely to see how he performs.
The fight against Chavez Jr marks Paul's return to the ring after his victory over Tyson. It's a chance for him to show he's more than just a celebrity boxer.
De La Hoya's comments suggest Paul's got the skills and the smarts to make it in professional boxing. Whether he can live up to these expectations remains to be seen, but his upcoming fight will certainly be one to watch.
