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Jake Paul and Julio César Chávez Jr. Trade Barbs as June 28 Fight Nears

A fiery press conference escalates tensions, with Chávez Sr. backing his son’s preparation and Paul vowing to humiliate his opponent.

May 14, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. at press conference in anticipation of their fight at Avalon Hollywood Theater. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
May 14, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. pose for photos in anticipation of their fight at Avalon Hollywood Theater. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
May 14, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. pose for photos following their press conference at Avalon Hollywood Theater. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
May 14, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. pose for photos following their press conference at Avalon Hollywood Theater. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Jake Paul and Julio César Chávez Jr. exchanged sharp verbal jabs during a May 14 press conference, intensifying the rivalry ahead of their June 28 cruiserweight bout in Anaheim, California.
  • Chávez Sr., a revered boxing legend, expressed confidence in his son’s renewed focus and training, declaring he has never seen him work harder for a fight.
  • Paul, boasting an 11-1 record, promised to embarrass Chávez Jr., labeling him 'the embarrassment of Mexico' and predicting his opponent will quit in the ring.
  • Chávez Jr., a former world champion with a 54-6-1 record, dismissed Paul as 'overrated' and claimed he feels 'refreshed and renewed' for the fight.
  • Most Valuable Promotions announced that former UFC champion Holly Holm will fight undefeated Yolanda Vega on the event’s undercard, adding to the spectacle.