The former world champion, Oscar De La Hoya, recently shared his predictions in an exclusive interview with DAZN about the highly anticipated fights scheduled for June 28. This event has generated considerable excitement, particularly surrounding the two headline matches: Jake Paul vs. Julio César Chávez Jr. and Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramírez vs. Yuniel Dorticós.
De La Hoya made quite a splash while discussing these matchups, appearing in a robe and underwear adorned with the colors of the American flag, surrounded by balloons featuring the faces of the fighters. He confidently voiced his thoughts on the upcoming fights.
On the showdown between social media influencer Jake Paul and legendary Mexican champion Julio César Chávez Jr., De La Hoya posed an intriguing question: “Experience or ambition?” He acknowledged the contrasting backgrounds of the fighters and boldly predicted, “I think they’ll go the full 12 rounds and Paul will win by split decision.” His assessment noted that Paul has displayed a level of discipline in his training that stands out compared to other challengers Chávez Jr. has faced, suggesting that this fight will be a true test for Paul.
Regarding the co-main event, De La Hoya was quick and assertive in his outlook for the match where Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramírez will defend his cruiserweight titles against Cuban Yuniel Dorticós. He confidently stated, “Zurdo will knock him out in the fourth round without any issues,” attributing this to Ramírez’s physical strength and confidence as the reigning champion.
Ramírez has effectively moved up from super middleweight and is currently undefeated, enjoying significant support from Mexican boxing fans. On the other hand, Dorticós, known for his power, will aim to leverage his experience at an elite level to secure a victory.
With opinions split among fans and boxing experts alike, some argue that Jake Paul still has a long way to go to match a seasoned champion like Chávez Jr., while others agree with De La Hoya’s assertion of Paul’s notable improvements in discipline and performance.
As always, Oscar De La Hoya remains a polarizing figure in the boxing community, and his predictions have undoubtedly heightened anticipation for what promises to be an action-packed night filled with excitement and potential surprises.
The fights will take place in California on June 28, aiming to attract traditional boxing enthusiasts and newer audiences alike. Fans can catch the live action on DAZN, marking what is expected to be an unforgettable evening in boxing.