Jake Paul’s return to the ring is sparking debates across the boxing world—and not all voices are offering praise. With his next bout scheduled for late June against former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., the YouTuber-turned-boxer once again finds himself at the center of a legitimacy conversation.

While fans and critics remain divided on Paul’s standing in the sport, one of boxing’s most respected icons has weighed in with a verdict that leaves little room for interpretation. Manny Pacquiao, the only eight-division champion in history, shared his unfiltered thoughts during a recent interview—and his words carry weight.

As Paul eyes bigger names and championship dreams, the Filipino legend made it clear that defeating Chavez Jr. won’t necessarily earn him a place among boxing’s el

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