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Former WBC champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr has revealed ongoing discussions about a potential fight with social media star and boxer Jake Paul. This matchup, if finalized, promises to be a spectacle, merging traditional boxing prowess with modern entertainment-driven hype.
Jake Paul, nicknamed ‘The Problem Child,’ has been making waves in the boxing world. Earlier this month, he headlined a Netflix-streamed fight in Dallas against heavyweight legend Mike Tyson. Although fans hoped ‘Iron Mike’ could recapture his former glory, the 58-year-old ran out of steam in the eight-round clash. Paul’s stamina and strategy earned him a unanimous decision victory.
Fresh off his win, Paul expressed interest in facing high-profile names like Canelo Alvarez. However, negotiations seem to be steering toward a showdown with Chavez Jr., affectionately called ‘The Son of the Legend.’ Chavez Jr. last stepped into the ring in July, where he secured a unanimous decision victory over Uriah Hall. This match was part of the undercard for Paul’s knockout triumph against BKFC fighter Mike Perry.
In a recent interview with TUDN, Chavez Jr. discussed the potential fight, highlighting the fame and media spotlight that Paul brings to the table.
“It’s an option, we’re looking into it, let’s see, this week I have a meeting,” Chavez Jr. revealed. “I’d be interested in fighting a champion, but fighting Jake Paul, for the fame and the media, would put me in a position to fight against others.”
While acknowledging the talks are still in early stages, he added,
“I’m not looking for it, it’s been presented. It’s not concrete, but let’s see what happens.”
A match with Chavez Jr. would arguably be one of Jake Paul’s toughest challenges yet. The Mexican fighter, once a dominant force, has struggled in recent years, battling substance abuse and inconsistent performances. Since losing to Canelo Alvarez in 2017, Chavez Jr. has faced mixed results, including defeats to Anderson Silva and other lesser-known opponents.
Despite these setbacks, the matchup is a tantalizing blend of legacy and novelty, leaving fans eager to see how the negotiations unfold.
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