Julio César Chávez Carrasco, better known as Julio César Chávez Jr., is a Mexican professional boxer who held the WBC middleweight title from 2011 to 2012. He is the son of former three-division world champion of boxing, Julio César Chávez, and older brother of Omar Chávez.
He began his professional career in 2003, often criticized early on for facing low-level competition, but steadily built an impressive record. In 2011, he reached the pinnacle of his career by capturing the WBC Middleweight Title, becoming the first Mexican boxer to win a world title in that weight class. He successfully defended the title multiple times before losing it to Sergio Martínez in a highly publicized 2012 bout.
Chávez Jr.’s career has been marked by both talent and turbulence. Known for his size, durability, and solid offensive skills, he has also faced criticism over discipline, weight issues, and inconsistent performances. Despite setbacks, he’s maintained a notable presence in the boxing world, fighting high-profile opponents like Canelo Álvarez, Daniel Jacobs, and Anderson Silva.
With a professional record of 54 wins, 6 losses, and 1 draw, Chávez Jr. remains a prominent, if polarizing, figure in the sport — bridging legacy, fame, and controversy in equal measure.
