Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025 | Venue: Honda Center, Anaheim, California | Broadcast: DAZN Pay‑Per‑View
Why this fight matters
Boxing’s most polarising disruptor is about to meet the most proven boxer of his career. Jake Paul, the 28‑year‑old social‑media star who has built an 11‑1 record, returns only five months after his points win over 58‑year‑old Mike Tyson. Critics called that bout a circus, yet it set streaming records; Paul now promises to “embarrass” doubters by stopping a far younger, battle‑hardened Julio César Chávez Jr. on neutral U.S. soil.
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Broadcast and ticket details
The 10‑round cruiserweight contest is co‑promoted by Most Valuable Promotions and Golden Boy.
PPV price: $59.99 (U.S.) / £24.99 (U.K.), each purchase granting a seven‑day DAZN subscription
Main‑card start: 8 p.m. ET | 5 p.m. PT
Estimated ring‑walks: 11:15 p.m. ET
Seats: Limited tickets remain via HondaCenter.com.
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The fighters at a glance
Jake “The Problem Child” Paul
Age: 28 | Ht/Reach: 6′1″ / 76″ | Record: 11‑1 (7 KOs)
After swapping trainers to Hall‑of‑Famer “Sugar” Shane Mosley, Paul’s gym footage shows sharper footwork, a steadier jab‑to‑body and noticeably thicker core mass—evidence he is growing into a true 190‑lb cruiserweight. He insists the Tyson fight was “cruise‑control” and vows to end Chávez Jr.’s night inside 10.
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Julio César Chávez Jr.
Age: 39 | Ht/Reach: 6′0″ / 73″ | Record: 54‑8‑1 (34 KOs) | former WBC middleweight champion
“Junior” has endured missed weights, suspensions and even reality‑TV detours, but a reunion with legendary trainer Ignacio “Nacho” Beristáin has reportedly reignited his discipline. According to father‑icon Chávez Sr., camp days now begin with canyon sprints and end with ice‑baths—no tequila. Experience (400+ pro rounds) is his trump card against Paul’s youth.
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Tale of the tape & betting market
Paul owns a three‑inch reach edge and is the naturally bigger athlete after three straight camps at the 190‑lb limit. Chávez Jr., a lifelong middleweight, must prove he can carry his punch at cruiser. Early books opened Paul at –1100, but Mexican money has trimmed that to about –700, with Chávez Jr. between +400 and +475. The total rounds line sits at 7.5, hinting that oddsmakers expect mid‑fight drama.
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Undercard fireworks
Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramírez (c) vs. Yuniel Dorticos – WBA/WBO cruiserweight titles
Holly Holm vs. Yolanda Vega – lightweight clash
Floyd “Kid Austin” Schofield vs. Tevin Farmer – lightweights
Plus Raul Curiel, Naomy Valle and others round out a 10‑bout bill—making this far deeper than a standard influencer card.
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Strategic keys
Pace vs. pressure – Paul sprints early behind a spearing right; Chávez Jr. thrives walking foes to the ropes for rib‑roasting hooks.
Body‑work battle – If Chávez Jr. gets inside consistently, Paul’s legs could fade late.
Deep‑water cardio – Paul has never seen Round 10; Chávez Jr. has gone 12 championship rounds eight times.
Prediction
Expect Paul to exploit his reach—busy jab, looped rights when Chávez Jr. squares up. The Mexican veteran’s timing should bank him moments, especially in Rounds 5‑7, but sustained pressure and fresher legs tip the balance. Pick: Paul by TKO 8, with both fighter stocks rising afterward. (Value hunters might eye Paul‑inside‑distance at –150.)
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How to watch & follow
Order at DAZN.com or the DAZN app (smart‑TV, mobile, console).
U.S. $59.99 / U.K. £24.99 PPV includes a seven‑day DAZN pass.
Main‑card 8 p.m. ET; ring‑walks ~11:15 p.m. ET.
Last‑minute tickets: HondaCenter.com.
Live round‑by‑round: @MostVPromotions, @DAZNBoxing and UpdateNewsInfo.com.
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June 28 offers more than a celebrity cash‑grab: a legitimate test for Paul, a redemption shot for Chávez Jr. and a stacked supporting cast. Clear your Saturday—the Honda Center is primed for fireworks.
