BREAKING: Canelo FIRST WORDS On Jake Paul BEATING Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.. “HE LET US DOWN!”

In a stunning outburst that has sent shockwaves through the boxing world, Canelo Alvarez, the undisputed super-middleweight champion, broke his silence just moments ago with scathing first words about Jake Paul’s victory over Julio César Chávez Jr. on June 28, 2025, at the Honda Center. Speaking live on a Mexican sports network, Canelo declared, “He let us down!”—a raw emotional reaction that has ignited fierce debate and left fans reeling as the sport grapples with the fallout from Paul’s controversial unanimous decision win.

Canelo, with a 61-2-2 record and a proud Mexican heritage, expressed deep disappointment in Chávez Jr., his compatriot, who fell to Paul (12-1) with scores of 99-91, 97-93, and 98-92 over 10 rounds. The fight, drawing 1.3 million PPV buys, saw Paul dominate the 39-year-old Chávez Jr. (54-7-1), whose performance was marred by visible fatigue and a lack of the tenacity expected from a former middleweight champion. Canelo’s words suggest a betrayal of national pride, hinting that Chávez Jr. didn’t give his all against the YouTuber-turned-boxer. “This wasn’t the Julio we know—he disrespected our legacy,” Canelo added, his voice thick with frustration.

The logic behind Canelo’s reaction ties to the cultural weight of the bout. Chávez Jr., son of the legendary Julio César Chávez Sr., carried the hopes of Mexico into the ring, a nation with a storied boxing tradition. Paul’s rise, built on wins over aging MMA stars and now a faded Chávez Jr., has been a sore point for purists, and Canelo’s comments reflect a belief that Chávez Jr. underperformed, possibly due to lack of preparation or motivation. CompuBox stats show Chávez Jr. landed just 28% of his punches, a stark contrast to his prime, fueling speculation of a lackluster effort that let down the Mexican boxing community.

Paul’s camp has yet to respond, but his team’s post-fight bravado—celebrating the $40 million purse—has only deepened the rift. Fans on X are divided, with some echoing Canelo’s sentiment, “Chávez Jr. sold out!” while others defend Paul, “He won fair—get over it!” The WBC, which sanctioned the fight, has called for a review of Chávez Jr.’s performance, prompted by Canelo’s remarks and fan outcry, though no formal investigation is confirmed.

This could mark a turning point for Mexican boxing. Canelo, preparing for his September 13, 2025, clash with Terence Crawford, may use this as motivation to uphold the nation’s honor, while Chávez Jr.’s career faces renewed scrutiny. As the boxing world digests Canelo’s first words, the sting of “he let us down” resonates, promising a heated aftermath.