Jake Paul's world title Dream became a real opportunity on Saturday night.
The YouTuber boxer survived a late fear of Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. More than 10 rounds to beat.
A victory over the former WBC Middleweight Champion has set up a potential title fight for Jake Paul.
The 28-year-old was able to fight well against a 48-1 Cruiserweight Ko artist who won on his undercard.
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Jake Paul sets up Gilberto Ramirez Title fight
Gilberto Ramirez defeated Yuniel Dorticos over 12 rounds to defend his WBA (Super) and WBO Cruiserweight titles in the Co-Main event of Paul's Latest Vecht card.
In addition, 'Zurdo' has set up a potential collision with the former Disney star, who is now a ranked hunter.
Hours before Paul Chavez Jr. defeated, the commitment to their long -awaited fight was increased by WBA President Gilberto Mendoza.
Boxing journalist Lance Pugmire revealed: “Told by WBA President Gilberto Mendoza that wins tonight as @jakepaul, he will be elevated in the @wbaboxing ranking list, which makes him eligible for a title shot at the @zurdoramirezz or Dorticos champion.”
Paul and Ramirez did not waste time building their fight when they met behind the scenes opposite the Honda Center.
Told by WBA President Gilberto Mendoza that as @jakepaul wins tonight, he will be elevated in the @WBaboxing ranking rank, which makes him eligible for a title at the @zurdoramirezz or Dorticos champion.
– Lance Pugmire (@Pugboxing) 28 June 2025
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Jake Paul's six-man hit list
Ramirez was not on Paul's six-man hit list of potential opponents for his fight with Chavez Jr.
“After Chavez I think Gervonta Davis, Anthony Joshua, KSI, Tommy Fury, Ryan Garcia, Badou Jack,” he said during a recent interview.
Each of those opponents would bring Paul the Megagoon payment day and glory that he wants.
A fight with Ramirez gives him the chance to do what many people think is impossible by becoming a world champion.
It is still to be seen where Paul will take his extremely entertaining boxing career.