Jake Paul`s boxing matches consistently deliver both high entertainment value and substantial financial rewards, and his upcoming bout is anticipated to be no different.
The social media personality has not competed in the ring since his debated unanimous decision win against boxing icon Mike Tyson last November.
Sources indicate that “The Problem Child” had already earned a considerable sum even before the fight commenced.
Paul, aged 28, is aiming for another major victory against the former world champion, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. This fight is generating significant buzz and is expected to be a captivating event for fans.
According to Paul`s promotion company, a law firm based in Chicago reportedly purchased a single ringside ticket for a staggering $1 million.
However, this amount is relatively minor compared to the total earnings both fighters are projected to receive once the event concludes.
What is the Estimated Purse for Jake Paul vs. Chavez Jr.?
Jake Paul typically earns around $10 million for his pay-per-view fights. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was reportedly offered $3 million for a potential fight against Paul as early as 2022.
Nonetheless, the official and confirmed fight purse for this highly anticipated Saturday night event has not yet been announced.
Chavez Jr. has made a public declaration, vowing to refuse his fight earnings and retire from boxing if he is unable to defeat Paul.
The son of legendary boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. stated, “I hope I can make a few million with Jake Paul.”
“If he beats me, I’ll retire, I don’t get paid. I don’t want money if I don’t beat him.”
How Much Did Jake Paul Earn from the Mike Tyson Fight?
Before his major event against Mike Tyson on Netflix, Jake Paul publicly claimed he was guaranteed a remarkable £31 million ($40 million) for the bout.
Mike Tyson, meanwhile, reportedly received £15.4 million ($20 million) for participating in the fight.
Paul also provocatively released a video offering Tyson an additional $5 million if their fight managed to go beyond the fourth round, which it ultimately did.
What Did Jake Paul Do With His Earnings from the Mike Tyson Fight?
Social media personality Jake Paul reportedly used his entire fight purse from the Mike Tyson bout to purchase a ranch.
Speaking on The Iced Coffee Hour podcast, Paul revealed, “I haven’t announced it yet, but I bought a ranch. A pretty expensive ranch.”
He clarified, “It wasn’t like right away after the Tyson fight, but I’ve been wanting to buy a ranch for the past 15 years.”
Paul explained his motivation, “It’s kind of been my dream and why I work so hard. I think it’s just I love everything to do with it, hunting, jet skiing, ATVs, fishing, horses, cows, and all that stuff.”
He added, “I grew up going to a cabin a lot with my dad, and so I’ve always just wanted to go back to that. I’ve been working towards buying a ranch for a really long time.”
Describing his new property, Paul stated, “It cost $39 million… It’s massive. It’s a little bit bigger than I wanted, but when I got there, I was like, ‘I have to buy this’.”
How to Watch Jake Paul vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.: TV, Live Stream, and Start Time
- The fight is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 28, at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
- Ring walks are anticipated around 4:15 AM BST on Sunday morning in the UK, which is 11:15 PM ET on Saturday night in the US.
- The event will be available to watch via live stream on DAZN PPV.
- The pay-per-view is priced at £24.99 in the United Kingdom and $59.99 in the United States.
Oliver Croft