Overview

• Jake Paul is listed at –750 in early betting odds for the 10-round cruiserweight bout, which premieres on DAZN pay-per-view for $59.99.
• During a DAZN face-off, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. accused Paul of using performance-enhancing drugs, prompting Paul to cite on-site VADA testing.
• Chavez Jr., 39, has not fought in over a year and faces scrutiny from promoter Oscar De La Hoya over his preparation and ring consistency.
• Paul’s coach, J’Leon Love, has called the match the fighter’s moment to prove himself against a former world champion.
• Chavez Jr. has warned he may retire if defeated, while De La Hoya predicts Paul will edge out a split-decision win.