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Jake Paul is set to return to the boxing ring against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. this June.

Jake Paul will return to boxing this summer for a matchup against former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. The bout is scheduled for June 28 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, and will be broadcasted on DAZN pay-per-view.

Background and Recent Performance

This upcoming fight marks Paul's first appearance in the ring since his notable victory against Mike Tyson in November 2025. Following his first professional loss to Tommy Fury in February 2023, Paul has rebounded with a series of impressive performances, securing five consecutive wins. His victories include a decision win over Nate Diaz last August and a knockout against Mike Perry last July.

Chavez’s Recent Fights

Chavez Jr. comes into this fight on a two-fight winning streak, recently securing a decision victory over former UFC middleweight fighter Uriah Hall last July during the Paul vs. Perry event. His prior competition included a decision loss to Anderson Silva in June 2021, a fight that attracted considerable attention due to both fighters' cross-sport backgrounds.

Co-Main Event Details

The card will also feature a co-main event, where Gilberto Ramirez will compete against Yuniel Dorticos for a cruiserweight title, adding more intrigue to an already significant event.

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Katya Ivanova Published 4 weeks ago. Updated 3 weeks ago.

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