Jake Paul secured a unanimous decision victory over former WBC middleweight champion Julio César Chávez Jr. on Saturday night at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. The fight, which marked Paul’s sixth consecutive win, was scored 99-91, 98-92, and 97-93 in his favor, further cementing his reputation as a rising force in the cruiserweight division. Despite Chávez Jr.’s storied past and his father’s legendary status, the 39-year-old challenger struggled to mount a consistent offense, allowing Paul to dictate the pace throughout most of the ten rounds.

The atmosphere inside the arena was charged, with a predominantly pro-Chávez crowd voicing their displeasure as the fight unfolded. Chávez appeared tentative, offering little resistance until the later rounds. He finally showed flashes of his old skill in the ninth, landing several notable shots, but by then, Paul’s lead on the scorecards was insurmountable. Even with his father urging him on from ringside, Chávez’s performance was largely subdued, and his late surge was not enough to sway the judges.

After the final bell, the crowd erupted in boos, clearly unhappy with both the result and Paul’s brash style. Unfazed, Paul responded with a pointed outburst during his post-fight interview, telling the booing fans, “All the boos are words, and actions speak louder than words, so y’all can shut the f--- up!” He punctuated his comments with taunting gestures, emphasizing his control and confidence after what he described as “easy work” against Chávez Jr..

Paul, now boasting a 12-1 record with seven knockouts, used the moment to call out higher-profile opponents, reiterating his ambition to become a world champion. He challenged current and former WBC titleholders to face him next, insisting he is ready for tougher competition and urging his critics to recognize his growing legitimacy in the sport.