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Jake Paul is set to fight former WBC Middleweight Champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., following his victory over Mike Tyson in a blockbuster match last November.
The YouTuber, turned boxer, will face Chavez Jr. in his next fight, reported Ring Magazine.
The date and venue of the fight between Jake, who boasts an excellent record of 11-1, and Chavez Jr. is not confirmed yet.
Chavez Jr., the son of boxing legend and Hall of Famer Julio Cesar Chávez Sr., has previously challenged Jake Paul.
Chavez Jr. (54-6-1) held the WBC Middleweight title from 2011 to 2012, and is the most seasoned boxer Paul will face.
The 28-year-old Paul defeated 58-year-old Tyson in a thrilling match, which drew 108 million live viewers on Netflix, making it the most-streamed sporting event in history.
Since making his professional debut, Chávez Jr. has competed in just five fights, securing victories in three of them.
His latest match resulted in a unanimous decision win against Hall, which took place on the undercard of Paul’s victory over Mike Perry.
Paul, aged 28, with a record of 11-1, including 7 knockouts, last faced off against Hall of Famer and former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson on November 15, 2024, where he won by unanimous decision.
Throughout his career, Paul has claimed victories over five UFC veterans, such as Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley, and Silva.
His sole loss in professional competition came in 2023 when he was narrowly defeated by Tommy Fury via split decision.
