Jake Paul breaks into WBA top 15 and sets sights on world title fight against Gilberto Ramirez

Jake Paul surprised many by entering the World Boxing Association’s top 15 cruiserweight rankings. His win over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. on June 28 in Anaheim pushed him up to No. 14. Now the YouTuber‑turn‑boxer is one step closer to a real title shot.

Could this be the moment he earns a world championship?

Jake Paul earns WBA ranking after beating Julio Cesar Chavez Jr

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, Jake Paul (12‑1, 7 KOs) defeated former world middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. with a unanimous decision at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.

Two days later, the WBA placed him at No 14 in its cruiserweight standings. This ranking makes him eligible to challenge Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramírez, the current unified WBA and WBO cruiserweight champion.Jake declared after the fight, “I want tougher fighters. I want to be world champion,” and he suggested a showdown with Ramírez next.

What this means for Jake Paul and the cruiserweight title picture

Before this, Jake Paul’s opponents were retired MMA fighters and older boxers like Mike Tyson and Chavez Jr. Critics said he lacked boxing credibility.Now, his ranking puts him in line to face Gilberto Ramírez (48‑1, 30 KOs), who unified the titles in March and November 2024. Fans are split, some see this as a sign boxing is lowering standards, others feel Paul has earned it with his win.

On fight night, Ramírez also won his match, maintaining his championship status. Paul and Ramirez even locked eyes at the press conference, hinting at tension.Experts warn a future battle between them could raise big questions about Paul’s legitimacy. Would fans accept him as a true world champion if he beats Ramírez? Or would the boxing world say his ranking was more about star power than skill? This debate is heating up fast.Also Read: US Runner Chris Robinson’s Private Moment Turns Into Powerful Career Twist With Viral Modeling OfferWith this ranking, Jake Paul is now officially closer to a shot at a real boxing world title. His next opponent could define whether his rise is more than a social media stunt, it could become a history-making moment in the cruiserweight division.