The Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. became a trending search on Google, but this time not for his performance in the ring, but for his alleged ties to the Sinaloa Cartel and his recent detention in the United States. The news has shaken the boxing world and public opinion, reviving the controversies that have surrounded his professional career and personal life, alongside his wife Frida Guzmán.

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Where was Julio César Chávez Jr. born?

Julio César Chávez Jr. was born on February 16, 1986, in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico. Son of the legendary world boxing champion Julio César Chávez, he was surrounded by the boxing world from an early age. He grew up among gloves, training sessions, and spotlights, accompanying his father to historic fights and absorbing, from a young age, the discipline and passion required by the sport of boxing.

Who is Julio César Chávez Jr. and what is his boxing career?

Julio César Chávez Jr. decided to follow in his famous father’s footsteps and made his professional boxing debut in 2003 at the age of 17. His career quickly took off thanks to the weight of his last name, but he also demonstrated talent and perseverance in the ring.

In 2011, he achieved his greatest sporting milestone by winning the WBC Middleweight World Title after defeating German boxer Sebastian Zbik. With this, he became the first Mexican-born fighter to be crowned world champion in that division, an important achievement in the history of Mexican boxing.

Throughout his career, he has faced high-profile opponents, including Sergio “Maravilla” Martínez in 2012, in a memorable fight where, although he lost by unanimous decision, he nearly knocked out the Argentine in the final rounds. He also headlined a highly anticipated fight against Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez in 2017, where, despite being clearly outclassed, he walked away with a multimillion-dollar purse.

However, Chávez Jr.’s career has been marked by ups and downs, discipline issues, failed drug tests, and questions about his preparation. Despite these setbacks, his name remains significant in boxing thanks to his family legacy and his ability to attract media attention.

Why was Julio César Chávez Jr. detained in the United States?

On July 2, 2025, agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained Julio César Chávez Jr. in Studio City, California. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Mexican boxer is considered “a serious threat to public safety” due to his alleged ties to the Sinaloa Cartel, an organization that U.S. authorities classify as a terrorist group.

According to the official statement, Chávez Jr. faces an arrest warrant in Mexico for charges of organized crime and trafficking of firearms, ammunition, and explosives. Additionally, U.S. authorities revealed that his application for permanent residency in the United States, submitted in April 2024, was based on his marriage to a U.S. citizen with ties to the Sinaloa Cartel due to a previous relationship with a deceased son of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán.

“It is shocking that the previous administration labeled this illegal foreign criminal as a threat to public safety, but chose not to prioritize his removal and allowed him to enter and return to our country,” declared Tricia McLaughlin, Deputy Secretary of DHS.

Who is Julio César Chávez Jr.’s wife?

Julio César Chávez Jr. is married to Frida Muñoz, mother of his children. While her name was not mentioned in the official statement, authorities claim that his wife, a U.S. citizen, is indirectly linked to the Sinaloa Cartel due to a previous relationship with a son of “El Chapo” Guzmán.

So far, neither Chávez Jr. nor his wife have made public statements about the case.

What is Julio César Chávez Jr.’s net worth?

Throughout his career, Julio César Chávez Jr. has accumulated considerable wealth from his fights and endorsements. His net worth is estimated between 4 and 8 million dollars, although some sources place it on the lower end due to his legal troubles and periods of inactivity in boxing.

Among his most lucrative fights are:

• Fight against Sergio Martínez (2012): Estimated purse of 3 million dollars.
• Fight against Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez (2017): Earned at least 3 million dollars, plus a share of pay-per-view revenue.
• Bout against Daniel Jacobs (2019): Estimated purse of 3 million dollars.
• Fight against Anderson Silva (2021): Despite losing, he obtained significant earnings.
• Fight against Uriah Hall (2024): Reported guaranteed purse of 250,000 dollars.

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