Jake Paul Defeats Chavez Jr

On June 28, 2025, Jake Paul continued his polarizing yet undeniable rise in professional boxing with a unanimous decision victory over former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The 10-round cruiserweight bout, streamed live on DAZN PPV, saw Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) dominate early with a sharp jab and body hooks, cruising to scorecards of 99-91, 98-92, and 97-93. Chavez Jr. (54-7-1, 34 KOs), despite a late surge in the ninth and tenth rounds, couldn’t overcome Paul’s early lead or erase the rust from his limited activity, having fought only once in the last four years. Paul, unfazed, called out cruiserweight champions Gilberto Ramirez and Badou Jack post-fight, eyeing a world title shot.

The undercard delivered thrilling performances, with standout wins from Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez and Floyd Schofield stealing the spotlight.

Gilberto Ramirez Retains Cruiserweight Titles

In the co-main event, Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (48-1, 30 KOs) defended his WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles against Yuniel Dorticos (27-3, 25 KOs) via unanimous decision (115-112, 115-112, 117-110). Ramirez started slowly, absorbing early pressure from the Cuban “Doctor KO,” but adjusted in the second half, targeting Dorticos’ body with hooks and uppercuts. A point deduction for Dorticos’ low blows further tilted the fight in Ramirez’s favor. The victory sets up a potential unification clash with IBF champion Jai Opetaia.

Floyd Schofield’s Explosive Knockout

Lightweight prospect Floyd “Kid Austin” Schofield (19-0, 13 KOs) made a statement, obliterating former IBF super featherweight champion Tevin Farmer (33-9-1, 8 KOs) in just 78 seconds. Schofield dropped Farmer twice with devastating power punches, prompting a first-round TKO stoppage. The 22-year-old’s performance, following a missed opportunity to face Shakur Stevenson earlier this year, positions him as a rising star in the 135-pound division.

Other Undercard Highlights

• Raul Curiel stopped Victor Ezequiel Rodriguez via fourth-round TKO, landing a crushing uppercut to secure his 16-0-1 record.

• Julian Rodriguez knocked out Avious Griffin in the final round of a welterweight brawl, moving to 24-1.

• Holly Holm returned to boxing after 12 years, dominating Yolanda Vega via unanimous decision (100-90 x3).

• John Ramirez outpointed Josue Morales in a super flyweight bout (79-73, 80-72 x2).

• Alexander Gueche defeated Vincent Avina by unanimous decision (80-72 x2, 79-73).

• Joshua Edwards scored a first-round TKO over Dominic Hardy in the heavyweight division.

• Rene Alvarado edged Victor Morales via unanimous decision (96-94, 99-91 x2) in a super featherweight clash.

The event showcased a mix of established names and emerging talents, with Paul’s victory and the undercard’s fireworks reinforcing boxing’s unpredictable allure.