During a recent appearance on the Sways Universe podcast, Canelo Alvarez discussed facing a range of opponents throughout his career. When asked about the hardest hitter he had ever encountered in the ring, Canelo surprised many by citing James Kirkland as the most powerful puncher he had faced. Despite his short-lived fight against Canelo in
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In a recent social media announcement, Turki Alalshikh, the Saudi money man behind several high-profile boxing events, revealed that he is no longer interested in making the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight happen. This decision comes at a time when Canelo and Edgar Berlanga are gearing up for their September showdown. Instead of pursuing
The recently announced undercard for Canelo Alvarez’s upcoming fight against Edgar Berlanga has sparked mixed reactions from fans. While some fans are excited about the lineup, there is a significant portion that deems it not compelling enough to draw attention away from the UFC event on the same date. This mixed reaction suggests that the
As Terence Crawford basks in the glory of becoming a four-weight world champion, fans eagerly await news of his next opponent. The possibility of a historic showdown with Canelo Alvarez looms large, with both fighters expressing interest in the matchup. However, the key factor seems to be the financial terms, as Crawford has made it
Caleb Plant does not hold back when expressing his doubts about Edgar Berlanga’s ability to defeat Canelo Alvarez in their upcoming match. Plant highlights three key weaknesses in Berlanga’s arsenal that make his chances of winning seem slim. These weaknesses include a weak chin, lack of experience, and poor technical boxing skills. Lack of Genuine
Terence Crawford made headlines last night by calling out the boxing superstar, Canelo Alvarez, after his victory over Israil Madrimov. Crawford expressed his interest in fighting Canelo next, but only if the money is right. This statement raises questions about Crawford’s confidence in facing the Mexican champion, as he emphasizes the need for appropriate compensation.
Oleksandr Usyk, the WBA/WBC/WBO heavyweight champion, has shared his thoughts on a possible mega-fight between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez. Usyk believes that Crawford’s technical skills will play a crucial role in overcoming Canelo’s size and power. According to Usyk, Crawford is a unique fighter who can work from both sides, making him a formidable
David Morrell, the former WBA ‘regular’ super middleweight champion, has expressed disappointment in Canelo Alvarez’s selection of Edgar Berlanga as his next opponent for the title defense of his three super middleweight belts. Morrell believes that Canelo intentionally chose a weak opponent in Berlanga, despite the latter’s undefeated 22-0 record. He argues that Berlanga has
Eddie Hearn has raised eyebrows in the boxing world with his decision to fast-track Edgar Berlanga into a mega-fight against Canelo Alvarez for the WBA, WBC, and WBO super-middleweight titles on September 14th. Berlanga, who boasts a perfect record of 22-0 with 14 knockouts, has only faced subpar opposition on his way to claiming the
Turki Alalshkikh, a powerful figure in the boxing world, has expressed his intention to offer Canelo Alvarez a fight against Terence Crawford. This offer comes with the promise of a “fair price,” but there are doubts about whether this price will truly match the magnitude of the event. With Tyson Fury receiving over $100 million
The ongoing feud between Oscar De La Hoya and Canelo Alvarez seems to have taken a new turn with De La Hoya’s recent comments on a podcast. Instead of burying the hatchet, De La Hoya has decided to stir the pot even more by calling out Canelo for allegedly ducking David Benavidez. This has only
The disappointment surrounding Chris Eubank Jr.’s inability to secure a fight against superstar Canelo Alvarez on September 14th can be attributed to several key factors. Eubank Jr.’s promoter, Ben Shalom, revealed that negotiations fell through due to the inability to come to an agreement on the financial terms of the fight. It appears that Canelo’s
The boxing world is abuzz with rumors that Canelo Alvarez will be facing off against Edgar Berlanga in his next fight. This potential matchup has divided fans, with some expressing disappointment while others are excited at the prospect. The question remains: is this the fight that everyone wants to see? On one hand, Edgar Berlanga
The highly anticipated matchup between four-belt 168-lb champion Canelo Alvarez and challenger Edgar Berlanga has been finalized for September 14th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The fight will take place on Mexican Independence Day and will be broadcasted on both DAZN and Prime Video PPV. This event is set to clash with
Billy Joe Saunders, the former two-division world champion, seems to have disappeared from the boxing scene following his devastating loss to Canelo Alvarez in May 2021. Despite pocketing a massive $8 million payday from the fight, Saunders has failed to resurface and continue his once-promising career. It appears that the weight of wealth and the