BTN News: Julio César Chávez Jr. returned to the boxing ring after two and a half years away. He fought and won against former UFC fighter Uriah Hall on Saturday night. The fight took place at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida. Chávez Jr. won the fight by unanimous decision. This fight happened before the main event between Jake Paul and Mike Perry. Known as ‘El Hijo de la Leyenda,’ Chávez Jr. showed his skills and determination. The judges scored the fight 59-55 twice and 58-56 in his favor. After winning, Chávez Jr. said he wants to fight Jake Paul. He believes he is better than Paul’s previous opponents.
Chávez Jr. now has a record of 54 wins, 6 losses, and 1 draw, with 34 knockouts. He started the fight strong and active, using his jab often. But as the fight went on, he seemed to slow down. His punches lost some power, and Hall started to do better.
Chávez Jr. kept his control and managed the distance well. Hall is still new to boxing, and Chávez Jr. used his experience to his advantage. Hall tried to be aggressive with his combinations, but Chávez Jr. defended well. His punches didn’t do much damage, but his defense kept him ahead.
After the fight, Chávez Jr. said Hall is strong and a good competitor. “He’s a strong guy, but I kept my distance… he’s a great competitor,” Chávez Jr. said. “The victory was straightforward. It was a good fight. He’s a great athlete and a great person. He’s tough and strong, but he’s not a boxer.”
Hall tried to take advantage of his moments and attacked more. But Chávez Jr.’s experience helped him counter Hall’s attacks. Even though Chávez Jr.’s punches were not very strong, his defense was solid.
In the last rounds, Chávez Jr. tried to get a knockout but had to settle for the decision win. His determination and smart boxing were clear. This win sets him up for future fights, possibly against big names like Jake Paul.
Conclusion
Julio César Chávez Jr.’s return to boxing was successful. He won against Uriah Hall and showed his skills. Chávez Jr. is looking forward to more fights and wants to prove himself further. Fans are excited about his comeback and future matches.