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ANAHEIM, CA – June 26, 2025 – The atmosphere inside the Honda Center was electric as Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul (11-1, 7 KOs) and former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. (54-6-1, 34 KOs) met face-to-face for the final press conference ahead of their blockbuster showdown this Saturday, June 28, airing live globally on DAZN pay-per-view.
Presented by CELSIUS Live Fit Essential Energy and promoted by Golden Boy Promotions, with sponsorship from Event Ticket Center and Fansly, this Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) card promises an unforgettable night of action.
MVP co-founder Nakisa Bidarian and Golden Boy CEO Oscar De La Hoya hosted an all-star lineup of fighters, including unified cruiserweight champion Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez, former champ Yuniel Dorticós, undefeated prospects Raul Curiel, Victor Rodriguez, Avious Griffin, Floyd “Kid Austin” Schofield, and boxing legend Holly Holm, among others.
🔥 JAKE PAUL QUOTES
On why he chose Chavez Jr.:
“He’s a great fighter. I like legendary names. He’s a tough test, but I’m here to challenge myself. After I beat him, it’s title run time.”
On Chavez Jr.’s preparation:
“They say this is the hardest he’s ever trained. That’s fine. I’m not a good boxer. I’m a great boxer.”
On the stacked card:
“I grew up watching Holly Holm, Floyd Schofield’s incredible, and I debuted with Tevin Farmer. This is how MVP does it—top to bottom excitement.”
🇲🇽 JULIO CESAR CHAVEZ JR. QUOTES
On Jake Paul’s boxing skills:
“He’s not a good boxer. He trains hard, but if he were good, everyone here would be legends.”
On staying composed:
“I expected him to talk. That’s the only way he gets attention. I’m not impressed.”
On why he’ll win:
“I prepared to win. That’s what I’m here to do.”
“He [Jake Paul] just fought Mike Tyson, who didn’t throw a punch. This isn’t Tyson. Julio is coming for him—Jake will be running like a chicken without a head.”
💥 GILBERTO “ZURDO” RAMIREZ QUOTES
On facing Dorticós:
“I expect a war. We’ll see why Zurdo is the unified champion.”
On Dorticós’ knockout power:
“I’m ready for ‘Doctor K.O.’”
🧨 YUNIEL DORTICÓS QUOTES
On proving himself at 39:
“I’m going to show that 39 means nothing.”
On Zurdo’s ranking:
“He has to show up. We’ll have a war on Saturday.”
💣 RAUL CURIEL QUOTES
On his fight style:
“My last fight was a fight of the year contender. This one will be, too. I’m bringing war.”
On Rodriguez:
“With Robert Garcia in my corner, I’m confident. Best shape of my life.”
🌍 VICTOR RODRIGUEZ QUOTES
On representing Uruguay:
“I come from a small country, but Saturday will be a big night for us.”
On stopping Curiel:
“Absolutely. If I didn’t believe that, I wouldn’t be here.”
🐺 AVIOUS “THA UNDERDOG” GRIFFIN QUOTES
On his nickname’s meaning:
“I come from Chattanooga, TN—Little Brighton. I’ve been doubted my whole life. Now I’m here.”
On his mindset:
“I beat murder charges, survived real struggles. A guy with gloves? That’s nothing.”
🔨 JULIAN “HAMMER HANDS” RODRIGUEZ QUOTES
On facing Griffin:
“This is a different level for him. I’ll expose his weaknesses.”
🎯 FLOYD “KID AUSTIN” SCHOFIELD QUOTES
On taking the Farmer fight:
“I told my dad, ‘Take the fight.’ We’re ready.”
On Saturday’s showdown:
“I feel like he’s underestimating me. He’ll find out the hard way.”
🧠 TEVIN FARMER QUOTES
On Schofield:
“He’s good for his age, but this is a different level. I’ve seen it all. He hasn’t.”
On his experience advantage:
“He’s not smarter, not stronger. I’m going to test every part of him.”
🥋 HOLLY HOLM QUOTES
On returning to boxing:
“My heart brought me back. I never got to box at this weight. This is unfinished business.”
On her current form:
“I’m not the same as I was 10 years ago—I’m better. I’ve evolved.”
🌟 YOLANDA “PITAYITA” VEGA QUOTES
On facing a legend:
“It’s a huge honor—but it’s the new generation’s time. She needs to retire.”
On her plan:
“The work is done. I’ll represent the Mexican flag with pride.”
🎟 TICKETS & BROADCAST INFO
Paul vs. Chavez Jr. airs live on DAZN PPV this Saturday, June 28. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.
📢 ABOUT MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS (MVP)
Founded in 2021 by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, MVP empowers athletes through creative control and innovative matchmaking. From Amanda Serrano’s history-making bout at Madison Square Garden to the record-breaking Paul vs. Tyson event on Netflix, MVP is reshaping combat sports.
📺 ABOUT DAZN
DAZN is the global sports streaming leader, delivering premier boxing, MMA, football, and NFL (excl. USA) content. With a user-first experience across devices, DAZN offers a unified sports ecosystem for fans around the world.
