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  • Julio Cesar Chavez Jr Arrested By ICE Days After Jake Paul Loss Over Cartel Allegations

    Julio Cesar Chavez Jr Arrested By ICE Days After Jake Paul Loss Over Cartel Allegations

    Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. may be staring down the barrel of serious legal fallout.

    On Thursday, reports emerged that Chavez Jr. had been taken into custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents near his residence in the upscale Studio City area of Los Angeles on Wednesday. The former WBC middleweight champion now faces possible deportation to Mexico over allegations of unlawful entry into the United States.

    The arrest comes just days after “La Leyenda Continua” stepped into the ring against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul at Anaheim’s Honda Center on Saturday, where he dropped a unanimous decision.

    Image: @jakepaul/Instagram

    U.S. Homeland Security Links Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. To Sinaloa Cartel

    In an official news release, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed that Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is wanted in Mexico on an active arrest warrant and is under investigation for alleged involvement in organized crime, including the trafficking of firearms, ammunition, and explosives.

    The agency further claimed that “La Leyenda Continua” is believed to be affiliated with the notorious Sinaloa Cartel, a group designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S.

    “This Sinaloa Cartel affiliate has an active arrest warrant in Mexico for his involvement in organized crime and trafficking firearms, ammunitions and explosives,” read a post from the official DHS account on X.

    Chavez Jr. was taken into custody after overstaying his B2 tourist visa, which had expired in February 2024. He arrived in the U.S. in August 2023, but within the same year, immigration officials alerted ICE about the 39-year-old Mexican boxer, describing him as “an egregious public safety threat.”

    According to media reports, the exact location of Chávez Jr.’s detention remains undisclosed. However, he is expected to appear in court on Monday, where he will face the criminal charges levied against him.

    Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. had reportedly submitted an application for Lawful Permanent Resident status last year, citing his marriage to U.S. citizen Frida Munoz. However, the situation grew more complex when authorities accused Munoz of ties to the Sinaloa Cartel, allegedly stemming from a prior relationship with the now-deceased son of drug kingpin Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzman.

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  • ‘A Disgrace To The Sport’ – Fans & Fighters Mock, Trash Jake Paul Victory Over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

    ‘A Disgrace To The Sport’ – Fans & Fighters Mock, Trash Jake Paul Victory Over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

    In what many people will justifiably consider to be a farce of a fight, Jake Paul scored a win in his return to the boxing ring, defeating Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in their bout at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.

    Paul was the only one doing any activity in the opening pair of rounds, laying in jabs and working combinations to force Chavez Jr. back, while the disgraced son of the legendary boxer failed to respond. Chavez finally did land something in the third round…one left hand.

    Chavez Jr. picked up the pace for real during the fourth round, but his work still paled in comparison to the YouTuber-turned-boxer. Chavez Jr. had another burst of offensive in the sixth round, making things a little more competitive, but the fight was all Paul by this point.

    After two more dominating rounds from Paul, Chavez Jr., if perhaps out of realizing he was done 8-0 in terms of rounds, put up a solid round of offense. Chavez Jr. continued to produce and had a fight-ending battle with Paul, but it wasn’t enough.

    Jake Paul Scores Win Over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. In Widely-Criticized Boxing Bout

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    This was Paul’s first fight in the boxing ring since his infamous victory over Mike Tyson in November.

    Chavez Jr. last fought a year ago, scoring a six-round decision win over former UFC fighter Uriah Hall. It was Chavez Jr.’s first boxing match in three years.

  • Julio César Chávez Jr.: “Jake Paul is Scared – I See It in His Eyes”

    Julio César Chávez Jr.: “Jake Paul is Scared – I See It in His Eyes”

    The boxing world is set for a high-profile clash as Julio César Chávez Jr. prepares to face Jake Paul on June 28, 2025, in a bout that has captured the attention of both traditional fight fans and a new generation of viewers.

    Julio César Chávez Jr. Talks Jake Paul

    Julio César Chávez Jr. has expressed confidence ahead of his upcoming boxing match with Jake Paul. In an interview with The Schmo, he explained:

    “Ready. Ready to beat Jake Paul. Ready to beat Jake Paul! … He’s scared, man. He’s so nervous. I feel-I see in his eyes. So I’m ready to put it down.”

    The fight has generated attention due to the contrasting backgrounds of the two competitors. Chávez Jr. is a former WBC middleweight world champion and the son of Mexican boxing legend Julio César Chávez. He began his professional career in 2003 and has fought established names in the sport, including Sergio Martínez, Canelo Álvarez, and Daniel Jacobs. Although his career has seen ups and downs, Chávez Jr. brings significant experience and a professional record that includes multiple title fights.

    PFL Founder Announces Jake Paul's MMA Debut Likely For 2025
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    Jake Paul, on the other hand, is a social media personality who transitioned to boxing in recent years. Since his professional debut in 2020, Paul has won several fights against a mix of fellow influencers, former MMA fighters, and athletes from other sports. His bouts have drawn large audiences and considerable media coverage, though he has yet to face an opponent with the professional pedigree of Chávez Jr.

    Jake Paul putting on boxing gloves
    Image: @jakepaul on Instagram

    The upcoming fight between Chávez Jr. and Jake Paul is seen as a test for both men. For Chávez Jr., it is an opportunity to re-establish himself in the boxing world. For Paul, it is a chance to prove he can compete with a seasoned professional. The match has attracted interest from both traditional boxing fans and followers of celebrity boxing events. The outcome may influence the future paths of both fighters in the sport.

  • Jake Paul Returns Against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. On June 28 In California

    Jake Paul Returns Against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. On June 28 In California

    Jake Paul will be returning to action this summer to kick off his 2025 campaign.

    On Friday, Ring Magazine’s Mike Coppinger first reported that Paul is slated to face former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in a cruiserweight showdown.

    Later in the evening, “The Problem Child” himself confirmed the news, officially announcing that the bout is scheduled for June 28 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.

    Before finalizing his bout with Chavez Jr., Paul was deep in talks for a superfight with Canelo Alvarez, targeting a May date. However, those plans fell through when Alvarez opted to sign a lucrative deal with Riyadh Season promotion.

    The YouTuber-turned-boxer even took aim at the Mexican superstar on social media, mocking Canelo’s unanimous decision win over Chavez Jr. from May 2017.

    “I just defeated the baddest man on the planet and broke multiple records, and now I’m going against a former world champion with 54 wins who Canelo could barely beat,” Jake Paul wrote on X.

    “The Problem Child” last stepped into the ring in November, earning a unanimous decision win over former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. The 28-year-old Ohio native is riding a five-fight winning streak and boasts a professional record of 11-1. His lone defeat came in February 2023, when he suffered a narrow split decision loss to Tommy Fury.

    Meanwhile, Chavez Jr. was last seen on the undercard of Paul’s bout with Mike Perry this past July, scoring a unanimous decision victory over former UFC standout Uriah Hall. The win marked his first appearance in the squared circle following a three-year layoff.

    “La Leyenda Continua” reigned as the WBC middleweight champion from 2011 to 2012, successfully defending the title three times before dropping it to Sergio Martínez in September 2012. The seasoned Mexican veteran boasts a professional record of 54-6-1 with one no contest, and 34 of those victories coming by way of knockout.

  • Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry Weigh-In Results: Paul Makes Weight On Second Attempt

    Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry Weigh-In Results: Paul Makes Weight On Second Attempt

    Jake Paul and Mike Perry weighed in today to make their bout official. MMA News has the results here!

    Internet sensation and boxing star Jake Paul returns to the ring after an impressive knockout win against Ryan Bourland earlier this year.

    He was initially slated to face Mike Tyson in a groundbreaking matchup on Netflix this Saturday. However, the legendary heavyweight boxer had to postpone the fight due to an illness. Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship fan favorite Mike Perry will step in on short notice and looks to stun the boxing world with a win over “The Problem Child.”

    All fighters competing on the card had to weigh in ahead of their matchups. The main event became official after Paul’s second attempt at making the cruiserweight limit on his second attempt.

    Since transitioning from MMA to bare-knuckle boxing in 2022, Perry has enjoyed a career renaissance. He is undefeated with five wins, including over Eddie Alvarez, Michael “Venom” Page, and Luke Rockhold. Perry’s last bare-knuckle boxing appearance was a knockout win over Thiago Alves in the first round at BKFC KnuckleMania 4 on April 27. While “Platinum” Perry has found a new sport to thrive in, facing Paul will be a different challenge than he has faced before.

    This Saturday’s matchup for Paul will be vital as he hopes to fight Tyson later this year. The highly anticipated bout has been rescheduled for November 15 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

    The 9-1 boxer will be highly motivated to dispatch Perry to send a message to “Iron Mike.” Paul also has the knockout power and professional boxing experience to give Perry more than he can handle. That said, Perry has shown to be tough to finish and is expected to give his all to defy the odds against him.

    Paul vs. Perry will occur at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Fans can watch the main card at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT by subscribing to DAZN and paying $64.99 for the pay-per-view. The prelims will stream for free on the DAZN YouTube Channel at 7 PM ET/4 PM PT.

    Jake Paul vs. Mike Perry Weigh-In Results

    (Fight Card Is Subject To Change)

    Main Card:

    • Cruiserweight: Jake Paul (200lbs) vs. Mike Perry (196.6lbs)
    • Women’s Super Lightweight: Amanda Serrano (136lbs) vs. Stevie Morgan (136.6lbs)
    • Lightweight: Ashton Sylve (134.4lbs) vs. Lucas Bahdi (134lbs)
    • Lightweight: Tony Aguilar (134.6lbs) vs. Corey Marksman (134.2lbs)
    • Cruiserweight: Julio César Chávez Jr. (197.8lbs) vs. Uriah Hall (199.6lbs)

    Preliminary Card:

    • Women’s Super Middleweight: Shadasia Green (167.4lbs) vs. Natasha Spence (166.4lbs)
    • Middleweight: Alexis Chaparro (159lbs) vs. Kevin Hill (159lbs)
    • Super Bantamweight: Angel Barrientes (121.2lbs) vs. Edwin Rodriguez (122lbs)
    • Light Heavyweight: Ariel Perez (175lbs) vs. Dane Guerrero (174.4lbs)

  • Jake Paul Confirms Recent Reports Regarding His Next Opponent

    The polarizing YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul is moving on from the idea of a Tommy Fury fight as he turns his attention to Julio César Chávez Jr.

    There had been reports of Paul being interested in fighting Chávez Jr. since days after his Tyron Woodley rematch, and Chávez Jr. has also discussed the potential bout. Paul was originally supposed to face Tommy Fury instead of Woodley, but Fury pulled out of the fight roughly two weeks prior to the event.

    During a recent interview on the Boxing with Chris Mannix podcast, Paul confirmed his interest in a possible matchup with Chávez Jr. for his next challenge in the ring instead of rescheduling the Fury Fight.

    “It’s interesting. I like that fight a lot, because it silences the critics,” Paul said.

    “He was a former world champion, and I know I could beat him. And you look at his record, it’s like 50 wins or something, and I don’t even know the losses, but it’s a good record. So that challenge excites me and I’m down.

    “And this is what people don’t understand is that, even after I knocked out Woodley, they were all like, ‘Fight a real boxer.’

    “I’m like, ‘You guys, I tried, and he dropped out of the fight two weeks before.’ So I want to fight a real boxer, newsflash, and I’m going to. Just have some f*cking patience.” (h/t MMA Fighting)

    Jake Paul Has Hinted At Taking Time Off From Boxing

    Despite speculation running rampant regarding Paul’s next fight, he has alluded to taking some time off from the ring after a busy 2021. Paul earned a vicious knockout over Ben Askren before back-to-back wins over Woodley.

    Paul first hinted at taking time off from the ring after his split-decision win over Woodley last August. However, his interest in fighting Chavez Jr. may lure him back to the fight game sooner than expected.

    Paul has remained active in the gym and on social media, as shown in recent footage of him practicing leg kicks in a teased move to MMA. Fans and critics of Paul have called for him to face a true boxer over the past year, and it sounds like it could be close to happening.

    Who do you want to see Jake Paul fight next?

  • César Chávez Jr. Says He Would Retire, Reject Fight Purse If He Lost To Paul

    Former WBC Middleweight Champion Julio César Chávez Jr. would retire from boxing and not take his fight purse if he were to lose to Jake Paul.

    César Chávez Jr. was recently asked his thoughts on a fight against Paul. This comes after Paul’s management claimed he asked for a bout against the prizefighter.

    The experienced boxer set harsh penalties for himself if he were to lose but also mentioned his expectation to defeat the celebrity-turned-boxer.

    “I hope I can get a few million with Jake Paul. If he beats me, I’ll retire, I don’t get paid. I don’t want money if I don’t beat him,” said César Chávez Jr. in an interview with TV Boxeo. “Retirement – not interested in his money if I do not win.” (h/t DAZN).

    César Chávez Jr. And Paul Riding Momentum

    Jake Paul, Tyron Woodley
    Jake Paul, Tyron Woodley, Credit: AP Photo

    César Chávez Jr. sees a fight against Paul as something that could be lucrative and successful for him. While acknowledging the viral success that Jake and his brother Logan have generated, he doesn’t see Paul’s fighting style as a problem for him.

    “[The Pauls] generate a lot of expectations and money, a match with me would be good. They haven’t learned how to fight well and I can take advantage of that. Jake Paul can punch, but he’s not a boxer,” he said.

    César Chávez Jr. was a successful boxer for nearly an entire decade, although he has struggled in recent years. The 35-year-old has lost three of his last five fights, including a bout against former UFC Champion Anderson Silva in June.

    César Chávez Jr. returned to the win column earlier this month, scoring a unanimous decision win over David Zegarra in Mexico.

    Paul, still undefeated, is also coming off a win. He scored a highlight-reel knockout earlier this month, knocking out former UFC fighter Tyron Woodley over a week ago.

    Would you like Jake Paul to face Julio César Chávez Jr. next?

  • Management: Jake Paul Has Asked To Fight Julio César Chávez Next

    Jake Paul has asked to fight a boxer not named Tommy Fury next: second-generation veteran Julio César Chávez Jr. The news comes courtesy of Paul’s management team.

    Paul is always searching for the next co-star to his next pay-per-view venture. Typically, and almost exclusively, those targets are mixed-martial-artists, as evident by his three most recent wins over Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley (2).

    Now, instead of unrealistic callouts of someone like Canelo Álvarez, Paul is eying Chávez Jr. as his next opponent.

    “It shows how impressive Jake is that people think this should be his next opponent. Even more impressive is that Jake messaged @Nakisabidarian and said let’s get this one next,” the Instagram Story of BAVAFA Sports read.

    Tagged in the story is Nakisa Bidarian, the founder of BAVAFA Sports management.

    Julio César Chávez Jr. is the son of legendary boxing Hall of Famer Julio César Chávez Sr. Chávez Jr. is a multi-time WBC champion with a professional record of 53-6. Many MMA fans may best know him as the man Anderson Silva defeated in a stunning upset earlier this year.

    As it happens, Silva has expressed interest in doing business with the Paul brothers in the past. In fact, UFC President and arch-nemesis of Jake Paul, Dana White, has also co-signed this matchup. For Paul’s part, he hadn’t ruled the idea out but was less than enthused due to Silva’s age (46) being a possible discrediting factor should he emerge victoriously.

    Age aside, there’s no denying that Silva looked very impressive in his first boxing match since 2005 against Chávez Jr. Silva would then follow up that performance by making short work of fellow MMA legend Tito Ortiz in September.

    Given the glaring fact that Chávez Jr. is a common opponent to Paul and Silva and the fact that a Paul/Silva matchup has been called for by a sizable number of fans, this could all be Paul’s way of setting a potential trap for “The Spider,” one that the UFC legend would gladly glide right into.

    What do you think about a fight between Jake Paul and Julio César Chávez Jr.? Any interest?