Chávez brothers to fight in Puebla for addiction recovery cause

Brothers Julio César Chávez Jr. and Omar Chávez are traveling to Puebla, Mexico, for a boxing event scheduled for September 19. The event will take place at the Miguel Hidalgo Gymnasium and serves a charitable purpose, with all proceeds directed toward addiction prevention programs and a rehabilitation center.

The announcement of the card included the presence of boxing legend Julio César Chávez, who spoke about the importance of this opportunity for his sons. The evening is designed to combine boxing with dance to support social initiatives.

Julio César Chávez Jr. is set to compete in the cruiserweight division against Colombia's Jeison Troncoso. This bout represents his third fight of 2026, following earlier victories in Reynosa and San Luis Potosí against Jhon Caicedo and Ángel Sacco. The former world champion aims to secure a third straight win to improve his standing for a potential cruiserweight world title shot.

Chávez Jr. noted the personal importance of headlining a charity event after his own struggles. He stated that sports provide a way to avoid wrong paths and expressed happiness about returning to the ring for such a cause.

Omar Chávez will also feature on the card as he seeks to restart his professional career. His last fight occurred in January, and while his opponent has not yet been confirmed, the Sinaloan fighter expressed excitement about his first appearance in Puebla and the chance to support the social cause.