Internet personality turned boxer Jake Paul is set for his next fight this Saturday, entering the ring as the significant favorite against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.
This will be Paul`s first bout since securing a unanimous decision win over Mike Tyson in November. He is currently listed at -800 against Chavez Jr., a former WBC middleweight champion who successfully defended his title three times from 2011 to 2012. Chavez Jr.`s most recent fight was less than a year ago, where he defeated former UFC fighter Uriah Hall by unanimous decision on a card that also featured Jake Paul.
While the matchup appears to favor Jake Paul heavily, the steep moneyline odds make a straightforward bet on him less appealing, unless perhaps included as part of a parlay.
Instead, focusing on value bets seems more strategic. One such opportunity is Paul winning by knockout (KO/TKO/DQ), currently offered at +140. Considering Paul`s power and his opponent`s age and ring wear, a knockout victory for Paul is a distinct possibility.
Another viable bet is a knockdown prop. Even if the fight goes the distance, it`s plausible Paul could score an early knockdown against Chavez Jr. This prop is available at even money at ESPN BET. For higher potential return, betting on multiple knockdowns (+150) is also an option, which seems quite possible in this specific fight.
Betting on Paul to win by decision is another possibility, offered at even money for those who believe Chavez Jr. can withstand Paul`s power for the full fight length. However, expect some challenging moments if you choose this path.
The main event is scheduled for 10 rounds and will take place at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, starting at 11 p.m. ET. The fight will be available for streaming on DAZN pay-per-view.