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Super Middleweight

Record: KO: KO Pct: Age: Height: Weight: Reach: Stance: Nationality: Titles:

Daniel Jacobs 35 -3 -0 29 76% 182cm/5 feet 11" - 185cm/73" orthodox USA -

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr 51 -3 -1 32 57% 185cm/6 feet 0" - 185cm/73" orthodox Mexico -

Chavez vs Jacobs Results and Scoring

Jacobs won TKO 6 Chavez Jr

Chavez vs Jacobs Date, Location and Broadcast

December 20, 2019
Talking Stick Resort Arena, Phoenix, AZ

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Daniel Jacobs and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. will clash in a Super-Middleweight showdown at the Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona on Friday December 20, live on DAZN in the US and on Sky Sports in the UK.

Jacobs, the two-time ruler at 160lbs, will make the first steps to becoming a two-weight World champion in Phoenix and does so against Mexican fan-favorite Chavez Jr (51-3-1 33 KOs). It’s a special night for the former WBC 160lb champion Chavez Jr. as he takes on the ‘Miracle Man’ at the same venue his legendary father closed the curtain on his incredible career in 2005.

Chavez Jr. ruled the roost at Middleweight at the turn of the decade with a record at 160lbs reading as a who’s who of the best at the weight in recent history.

Chavez vs Jacobs Stats, Facts & Fight PursesChavez vs Jacobs Stats, Facts & Fight Purses

Purses: Chavez fined $1 Million
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. weighed in nearly 5 pounds over the super middleweight division limit of 168 pounds for the fight. Chavez's paycheck will be $1 million lighter. Jacobs will earn $2-$3 Million, including the fined amount. Chavez will about $2 Million after the the fine.
Early controversy: There were rumors this bout wouldn't happen because Chavez was refused drug testing by VADA. The fight was to initially take place in Las Vegas but the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) said Julio Jr had missed several VADA drug tests. As a result, Nevada refused to host the fight and VADA refused to administer additional tests to Chavez. Thus, the fight was moved to Phoenix and another drug testing outfit has been given the assignment. There was some concern the NSAC would protest the move but things have settled down.
He still has juice: It's no secret the promoter, Eddie Hearn, wants Chavez Jr to fight on DAZN in hopes of increasing network subscriptions among Mexican-Americans.
Activity: Chavez has had just one fight since losing to Canelo Alvarez in May 2017 (Won KO 1 Evert Bravo, Aug 2019); Jacobs has had 5 since Mar 2017.
Durability: Jacobs has been KO'd only once (Dmitry Pirog, Jul 2010); Chavez has been KO'd only once as well (Andrzej Fonfara, Aug 2015)
Real Tight: Jacobs has lost close decisions to top pound-for-pound fighters Canelo Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin.
Syles: The long odds against Chavez are accurate; This is a tough assignment for him stylistically. Jacobs is tall and rangy, fast, technical, durable and packs a good shot. Jacobs may have the edge in every area.

Big Questions / Key TakeawaysBig Questions / Key Takeaways

168?: How will Jacobs look at super middleweight?
Still relevant?: Does Chavez Jr have anything left? Even in defeat Chavez can maintain relevance on the elite level with an inspiring performance
Powerbrokers: Can the winner defeat the powerbrokers in the division, Callum Smith and David Benavidez?
Too much for Julio? How will Chavez deal with Jacobs' speed, range, skill and punching power?

Chavez vs Jacobs Predictions and OddsChavez vs Jacobs Predictions and Odds

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Fight QuotesFight Quotes

Jacobs: “I am thrilled to be making my debut at Super-Middleweight on December 20 against Julio Cesar Chavez.

"I’ve achieved a dream of becoming a World champion at Middleweight and now I am seeking to secure my legacy by becoming a two-weight World champion. There are some great fighters and champions at 168lbs and I believe that I will be a different beast up at Super-Middleweight. Facing Julio is a great test for my first fight, he’s a former Middleweight champion like me and he has the same goal as I do – Julio is always in great fight and I am sure that our styles will gel to be a thriller for the fans, and I plan to announce my arrival at 168lbs in style.”

Chavez: “Going against Daniel Jacobs is the perfect fight for me because there is so much on the line,” said Chavez Jr. “A victory gets me one step closer to a world championship and I’m not going to let anyone stand in my way."

“I know that Daniel Jacobs is a former world champion and is a strong fighter with very good boxing skills. Those are the kind of boxers that bring out the best in me. I’ve been working hard in the gym and can’t wait to let everyone see what I’ve been working on. I’m very motivated to get the win and at the end of the night I will have my hand raised in victory. I ask my fans to believe in me. I will deliver.”

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HIGHLIGHTS | Daniel Jacobs vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

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HIGHLIGHTS | Daniel Jacobs vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

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