Julio César Chávez Jr. by unanimous decision in a cruiserweight fight at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The judges scored the bout 99-91, 97-93, and 98-92, increasing Paul's record to 12-1 and further establishing his boxing credibility.Chávez Jr., while showing flashes of his former self, couldn't keep up with Paul's relentless pressure and surprisingly effective jab. Paul dictated the pace for much of the fight, landing consistently with his right hand and frustrating Chávez Jr. with his movement. The victory silences some of the critics who have dismissed Paul as a novelty act, proving he's a legitimate contender in the boxing world, even if his opponents aren't exactly in their prime. The crowd was electric, a mix of Paul's loyal fanbase and boxing purists curious to see if the YouTuber-turned-boxer could back up his talk.
Paul picked up arguably his biggest win to date against a former world champion, albeit one who was a decade removed from his prime years, in front of a sold-out pro-Chavez crowd at the Honda Center with scores of 99-91, 97-93 and 98-92.
"He's a tough guy," Paul said. "He's never been stopped and he's a Mexican warrior. I respect Mexican warriors. I respect Mexico, but I'm also a warrior and I came out on top tonight."
Mike Tyson last November at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the energy in the Honda Center was on par with many championship fights. Born in Cleveland but now residing in Puerto Rico, Paul fed into being the enemy in hostile territory by walking out to "Lean Like a Cholo" by rapper Down AKA Kilo and wore a robe with the colors of the Mexican flag. Chavez entered the ring to a hero's welcome on the strength of the last name he shares with his legendary father.
The win marks Paul’s triumphant return to the ring seven months after his blockbuster fight against 58-year-old former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson.
Chavez Jr, 39, is a former World Boxing Council (WBC) middleweight champion who has not held a major boxing title in 13 years and has fought just once in the last three and a half years. He has also had some well-documented personal problems over the last few years.
Tommy Fury in February 2023 . The fight showcased Paul's evolving skills as he continues to transition from social media celebrity to legitimate athlete. By securing this victory against a former champion like Chávez Jr., Paul has positioned himself for potential inclusion in the WBC rankings at the cruiserweight division .
This match not only highlights Paul's remarkable journey but also raises questions about the future of celebrity boxers in professional sports. As athletes like Paul continue to disrupt traditional boxing narratives, their impact on the sport's landscape will be closely monitored by fans and analysts alike .
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