Jake Paul has quickly become one of the most media-savvy figures in boxing, despite his short career in the ring. The famous YouTuber, who entered the sport as part of a strategy to expand his personal brand, continues to draw attention not only for his boxing skills but also for his marketing moves, which have secured him lucrative fights and big-name opponents.

In his latest outing on November 15, Paul defeated Mike Tyson by decision, one of the biggest names in boxing history, in a bout held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The event, which was streamed live on Netflix, once again demonstrated Paul's ability to generate hype and draw crowds, although his skills as a boxer remain a topic of debate.

The Challenge to Saúl Álvarez: A Spectacle Fight?

One of Jake Paul's most recent goals is to face off against Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez, widely considered one of the best pound-for-pound boxers in the world today. While many view this fight as far-fetched, Paul has repeatedly expressed his desire to challenge the Guadalajara native, even sharing a poster on his social media depicting the fight.

For his part, Canelo hasn't ruled out the possibility of a match, but made it clear that it would only make sense after his career at the highest levels of boxing has come to an end. In a recent interview with The Full Send Podcast, Álvarez said: “When I’m done with boxing, maybe. I think it’s good because it attracts fans who normally don’t watch boxing. They know Jake Paul, but they don’t know anything about boxing.” While his response wasn't a firm commitment, it leaves the door open for a potential fight in the future, especially if Paul continues to maintain his media presence.

Julio César Chávez Jr.: Another Name on Paul's Radar

But Jake Paul isn’t only eyeing Canelo. As he pushes for stardom in boxing, he has also mentioned Julio César Chávez Jr. as a potential opponent. The son of the legendary Mexican boxer returned to the ring on the same card as Paul’s penultimate fight, where he defeated Uriah Hall, a mixed martial artist, by decision in a six-round bout. Although Chávez Jr.'s win wasn’t without criticism for lacking decisiveness, his name still holds value in the boxing world and could represent a fitting challenge for Paul, who seeks to test his potential against recognizable names.

Jake Paul's Future in Boxing

Despite the criticisms surrounding his lack of experience and doubts about the quality of his opponents, Jake Paul has managed to establish himself as a key figure in modern boxing, especially in the entertainment sector. His fights, while mostly not against elite boxers, have shown the YouTuber’s ability to connect with a young, massive audience. While he still has much to prove in the ring, Paul knows how to make business moves, and that's something few can deny.

The future of Jake Paul in boxing remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: his name will continue to be part of the conversation, regardless of his boxing abilities. Will we see a fight against Canelo or Julio César Chávez Jr. in the coming years? Only time will tell, but with Jake Paul at the center of attention, anything is possible.