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11 Years After Smashing Records, Canelo Alvarez Confesses His Only Regret From Floyd Mayweather Fight

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Saul Alvarez, the current unified super middleweight champion, has had a remarkable career since his very first knockout victory against Abraham Gonzalez in 2005. He was only 15 at the time.

However, after a series of victories over some formidable opponents like Jose Miguel Cotto and Shane Mosley, Canelo Alvarez faced his first professional loss against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in September 2013. Despite tasting defeat for the first time, the ‘Cinnamon’ went on to dominate the ring, winning 15 consecutive fights and securing titles across multiple weight classes. And with a victory over Jaime Mungia in May 2024, Canelo even extended his record for the most successful undisputed title defenses in the four-belt era to four.

So reflecting on that fateful night against Money Mayweather, the Guadalajara native recently opened up during a conversation on the Ring Magazine podcast. As he prepares for a potential bout with Terence Crawford later this year, he shared insights about his past experiences, including the lessons learned from his loss to Mayweather.

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ESPN’s Mike Coppinger noted that Canelo Alvarez was just 23 when he fought Floyd Mayweather at MGM Grand, Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. He mentioned that the Mexican superstar lacked the skills that come with more extensive experience. He further discussed how Alvarez had to give up weight concessions and rehydration clauses, which may or may not have impacted the fight’s outcome.

After more than 11 years, the 62-2 boxer, while acknowledging Mayweather’s superior skill and accomplishments in boxing, admitted, “He deserved the position in the moment.” He recognized that he was trying to make history himself but admitted that things didn’t unfold as planned. So the question is, what did he regret the most? The answer is clear. Reflecting on his career trajectory, Alvarez speculated that if he had fought seasoned opponents like Miguel Cotto before facing Mayweather, the outcome might have been different. “But you know, we never gonna know,” Canelo Alvarez lamented. “I learn from that fight. Things happen for a reason.”

To be honest, the fight itself was a masterclass from Floyd Mayweather. He showcased his defensive prowess and tactical brilliance to outclass Canelo over 12 rounds to claim a majority decision victory. Despite being the clear winner at the end of the contest, Judge C.J. Ross scored it a 114-114 draw, which baffled many of those in attendance, including Mayweather. Anyway, for Canelo Alvarez, this defeat became a catalyst for growth, making him the fighter he is today.

After Floyd Mayweather’s retirement in 2017, he took up the mantle of the face of boxing. Today, as Canelo Alvarez looks at his own retirement from the sport, a couple of years down the line, who will take up the mantle next? Coppinger decided to ask Canelo who he thinks can be the next big star in boxing. And the Guadalajara native had a few names in mind.

In the same interview, Alvarez pointed to two rising stars. He believed these fighters could emerge as the next faces of boxing. According to Canelo Alvarez, Ryan Garcia‘s knockout power and strong social media presence makes him highly marketable. With KingRy’s suspension ending soon in April, Garcia is set to face Rolando Romero in May at the 147 lbs division. If Garcia wins this fight, he could line up a rematch with Devin Haney, provided Haney defeats Jose Ramirez. A victory over Haney would not only bolster his previous win-turned-no-contest but also set him up for a title fight with Jaron Ennis for Ennis’ IBF welterweight title in early 2026, enhancing his claim to being the next face of boxing. And who’s the other one? It’s Gervonta Davis. 

Tank Davis despite his controversies outside the ring, remains a formidable competitor inside it. He has an upcoming fight against Lamont Roach Jr. on March 1st, a fight that could further cement his position as one of the top fighters in the sport. If Davis defeats Roach, he will continue to build momentum toward bigger bouts, potentially leading to a rematch with Garcia or WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson in the future.

As Alvarez reflects on his legacy and the future of boxing, he emphasizes the importance of nurturing new talent to keep the sport thriving.

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Dmitry Bivol Rematch Endangered by Unresolved Issues as Canelo Alvarez Reopens Doors to Dream Fight

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Unified super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez has revealed that he is open to a rematch against former WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol.

The pair initially clashed back in May 2022, which ended in a major upset with Bivol emerging victorious with a unanimous decision win. A rematch was previously discussed, but nothing came out of it.

Today, Canelo is reportedly close to finalizing a fight deal with former undisputed welterweight champion Terence Crawford. Meanwhile, Bivol is slated to go toe-to-toe in a rematch against undisputed light heavyweight champion Artur Beterbiev on February 22nd. Amid all this, ‘Cinnamon’ appeared in the Ring Magazine podcast recently, sharing his thoughts on the long overdue rematch with Dmitry Bivol.

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“Yeah, why not?” he said when asked about the fight in the future. “I always have it in my mind. Always have that idea in my mind.” The Mexican superstar went as far as to reveal that he hopes Bivol wins his upcoming fight against Beterbiev, adding, “Maybe they have the three fights,” which according to him, makes their potential rematch “a difficult situation.”

However, he is hopeful that they will dance in the ring one more time, “We’ll see in the future. But I have it in my mind. Always have that little thing.” Despite Canelo’s willingness, things are indeed much more complicated than they seem. You see, Bivol is unlikely to come down to super middleweight anytime soon, a win against Beterbiev can’t change that.

It’s also unlikely that Canelo would climb back to 175 lbs following his last loss to Bivol in the division. But, more importantly, because of his potential fight against Crawford, Canelo is likely to remain at 168 lbs, at least for the time being. What’s even worse is that Dmitry Bivol had previously claimed he couldn’t come down to 168 because of his agreement with the Saudis.

Dmitry Bivol has cast doubt on the possibility of a rematch with Canelo Alvarez in the near future. “I don’t have him [Canelo] on my agenda… my mind is elsewhere right now. I have another route. Maybe in the future, we can face each other again, but not in the short term,” Bivol told Fight Hub last year in September.

Bivol revealed past efforts to arrange a rematch, even offering to fight at 168 pounds, but negotiations fell through. “We had the possibility of doing it for a couple of years, but his team and my team couldn’t come to an agreement,” he explained. Now, Bivol is prioritizing his commitments with Saudi Arabia and Matchroom Boxing. 

I can still give 168 pounds, but… I see my future with the Saudis, and with the options I have in my contract with them, and it is not in the plans to go down to 168 pounds,” he concluded.

That said, it appears the weight class difference between Canelo Alvarez and Dmitry Bivol has become an obstacle in making their rematch.

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“I’m Telling The Truth”: Floyd Mayweather Sums Up Canelo’s Boxing Ability Honestly

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It’s been twelve years since Floyd Mayweather handed Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez the first defeat of his career.

Mayweather fought Canelo in a WBC and WBA light middleweight title showdown in September 2013. It was the 45th contest of the American’s glittering career, coming up against the young Mexican who was facing his toughest challenge to date.

‘Money’ dominated the fight throughout, using his skills and expertise to outclass Canelo over 12 rounds to claim a majority decision victory. Despite being the clear winner at the end of the contest, judge C.J. Ross scored it 114-114, which baffled many of those in attendance, including Mayweather.

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Speaking to FightHype, the 47-year-old did not hold back when talking about Canelo’s boxing ability, initially summing up in three words how the fight went.

“He was nothing.”

Mayweather then explained further what he thinks of the Mexican’s ability.

“You can take a guy like Canelo. I’ll tell the truth about Canelo. The mo**erf**ker was easy. A cakewalk, easy. You’re all praising this dude. He was nothing. I was almost 40 and I cooked this dude, easy.”

After tasting defeat for the first time against Mayweather, Canelo went on to win his next 15 fights, winning world titles at middleweight, super middleweight and light heavyweight in the process.

The 34-year-old from Guadalajara, Mexico currently holds the unified WBC, WBA and WBO titles at 168lbs, as he looks set to defend his crown against fellow pound-for-pound superstar Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford later this year, in what could be one of the biggest fights in the long history of boxing.

Canelo’s only other career defeat came in 2022, when he was beaten comprehensively by the former WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol.

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Terence Crawford Made to Swallow Bitter Pill Over Canelo Alvarez Fight Conditions

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Maybe not in history. However, it will certainly be the biggest fight of the era – or even the decade – if the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford showdown becomes a reality.

For the sport, the new year has started on a positive note. Fans can look forward to a plethora of exciting matchups, including some they’ve been eagerly anticipating for months or even years. One of the most awaited has been the Canelo-Crawford fight.

Ever since Crawford demolished Errol Spence Jr.‘s challenge, talks of a showdown against one of the biggest names in boxing have been swirling. The narrative followed the familiar cycle of highs and lows – mostly lows – until last year. However, with His Excellency Turki Alalshikh finally intervening, the momentum apparently shifted in a positive direction. Reports confirm that talks are progressing toward a potential clash around the Mexican Independence Day weekend. Yet, doubts remain. Many experts and former champions are still uncertain about how Crawford will be able to leapfrog two weight divisions to face Alvarez. Among the skeptics is Mikey Garcia, the younger brother of Ring Magazine’s ‘Trainer of the Year’ award recipient, Robert Garcia.

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Fight Hub TV caught up with the former four-division world champion during his visit to Hamburg, Germany, for the WBC Convention. The reporter highlighted HE Turki Alalshikh’s statement. The Riyadh Season head had expressed his desire to make the Canelo-Crawford fight happen.

After reflecting for a moment, Mikey Garcia said, “I’m not a big fan of that fight.” His main concern centers around the significant weight disparity between Crawford and Canelo Alvarez. Before Crawford moved up to 154 pounds, the difference was equivalent to three weight classes.

Robert Garcia’s brother also pointed out how Terence Crawford seemingly struggled against Israil Madrimov during their title fight in Los Angeles. Despite Crawford’s superior skills, Garcia believes the size difference will be the deciding factor in a potential showdown. The Mexican superstar’s power and size will likely give him the upper hand.

Appreciating Crawford’s stellar career, Garcia reiterated, “That’s why I’m not even a fan of that fight. I think Crawford has accomplished everything he had to accomplish, from 140 to 147 to now 154. That’s even greater for him.” If Crawford truly wants to push himself further, he could pursue the unified/undisputed route in his current division, he opined. However, there’s a catch: “But there’s no money in that.”

Mikey Garcia held a similar view regarding Canelo Alvarez. Garcia acknowledges that a fight between Canelo and Crawford would generate substantial revenue. But as a fight fan, he’s not in favor of the matchup. He would prefer to see Alvarez face fighters within his weight class or above, such as Artur Beterbiev or a rematch with Dmitry Bivol. “He wanted to challenge himself, move up to 175 again, and challenge himself against those guys. Yeah, not a smaller guy moving up you,” said Garcia.

Those are strong views from someone who has been in the ring. These opinions are shared by several prominent figures, including Mike Tyson. For boxing legend Roy Jones Jr., like Mikey Garcia, Terence Crawford’s skills are undeniable. However, dealing with Alvarez’s size could prove to be a daunting challenge. “If Terence can deal with the size, he will beat him,” the legend stated during an interview with ‘Mill City Boxing.’

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In Just 3 Words, Canelo Alvarez Sums Up Floyd Mayweather’s Boxing Ability

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Canelo Alvarez suffered his first professional defeat at the hands of Floyd Mayweather.

The Mexican superstar took on Mayweather over a decade ago, with the two men meeting at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas in September 2013.

Alvarez had just turned 23 heading into the bout, and was the reigning WBC super-welterweight champion, bringing an undefeated record of 42 wins and 1 draw.

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Mayweather’s was WBA super-welterweight champion and his record was similar at 44-0, but at the age of 36 was at the tail end of his career, leading to some fans to believe that Canelo could be capable of inflicting a first defeat on the American.

The fight didn’t transpire that way though, as Alvarez struggled to deal with his legendary opponent, as Mayweather claimed the victory on points, though the scorecards were much closer than expected, with one judge even scoring it 114-114.

Having experienced 12 rounds with Mayweather, Canelo needed just three words to sum up what he thinks of his rival’s boxing ability whilst talking to the Full Send Podcast.

“He has everything.”

Canelo then revealed that while Mayweather may not have hurt him in the fight, it’s an area of his game that he didn’t need.

“He’s experienced, he’s so smart. He is a complete fighter. He doesn’t have power in the punches but when you are that kind of fighter you don’t need it.”

Mayweather would later retire with a perfect 50-0 record, while Canelo now holds a record of 62 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws, with his only other loss coming to Dmitry Bivol in May 2022.

Alvarez is set to return to action later this year for a clash against fellow pound-for-pound star Terence Crawford. The boxing world has already begun offering their views on the fight, with former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder making his prediction.

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‘The Only Mistake’ Canelo Makes That Terence Crawford Can Exploit – Dmitry Bivol

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Dmitry Bivol was the last man to beat Canelo Alvarez inside a boxing ring.

They met back in May 2022, with Canelo stepping up to 175lbs as he looked to once again claim world honours in the light heavyweight division.

It wasn’t to be though, as Bivol won the fight by unanimous decision, becoming just the second man after Floyd Mayweather to overcome the Mexican superstar.

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Since that bout, Bivol went on to face Artur Beterbiev in an undisputed showdown in October, suffering a narrow defeat, with a rematch taking place next month.

As for Canelo, he returned to super-middleweight and made several defences of his world titles, and now looks to be on a collision course with fellow pound-for-pound star Terence Crawford.

The fight would see Crawford moving up several weight divisions, with some fans worried that it could prove to be a bridge too far for the former undisputed super-lightweight and welterweight champion.

Crawford disagrees, and may be interested to hear what mistakes Bivol felt Canelo made following their meeting nearly three years ago.

Speaking in the aftermath of his victory, Bivol explained exactly what Alvarez did wrong to potentially cost him the bout.

“He has good speed and good power. Maybe his mistake is he throws only hard punches. After hard punches he relaxes and he’s tired.”

Time will tell whether the same issue happens again for Canelo when the Crawford fight reportedly happens later this year, and the only man that has fought both boxers professionally, Amir Khan, has given his prediction for the bout.

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Terence Crawford Sends 5 Word Warning To Canelo Alvarez As Fight Finally ‘Agreed’

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Terence Crawford has spoken for the first time since it was reported that a fight against Canelo Alvarez was agreed.

The clash between the two pound-for-pound greats was first discussed last year after Crawford defeated Israil Madrimov to win the WBA super-welterweight title in August.

Talks died down though due to Canelo’s reluctance to negotiate the bout prior to his September fight against Edgar Berlanga, which the Mexican won to retain his WBC, WBA and WBO super-middleweight titles.

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With both men now seemingly rested and recharged following their latest bouts, the year began with fresh optimism that a fight could indeed take place later this year.

Crawford and Canelo both met with Saudi chief Turki Al-Alshikh over the weekend, with it now reported that a deal is in place for the mega fight to take place.

‘Bud’ has given his first reaction since the reports that the bout was agreed, taking to social media to share his confidence that he will be victorious.

“Ima shock the world watch!!! The best is yet to come. I had it in my back pocket this whole time.”

It would indeed be seen as an upset to many if Crawford is able to defeat Canelo, due to him needing to jump up a further two weight divisions from 154lbs to 168lbs.

Crawford has only competed once at super-welterweight after moving up from 147lbs. Prior to that he reigned as undisputed welterweight champion after defeating long-term rival Errol Spence Jr, and Spence has given his prediction for how the Canelo fight could go.

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Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez To Fight In September

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Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez have reportedly agreed a deal to fight in September.

The fight will allegedly take place in Las Vegas, where two former undisputed champions will face each other. Crawford became undisputed at welterweight after stopping Errol Spence Jr. to become the first one in the four-belt era. Meanwhile, Canelo previously became undisputed at super middleweight when he beat Caleb Plant to clean up the division. The fight has been talked about for some time after Crawford targeted Canelo once he beat Israil Madrimov.

He defeated Madrimov in his first fight at junior middleweight fight to pick up the WBA belt. Canelo is coming off a victory against Edgar Berlanga as he beat him in a unanimous decision on Mexican Independence Weekend. The Mexican initially dismissed the Crawford fight by claiming that he was simply too small. Crawford will have to jump up two weight divisions to meet Canelo at 168 pounds. Jermell Charlo did the same thing in 2023. Charlo came up short in a unanimous decision loss, as it was clear that the weight played a part.

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However, a Crawford-Canelo fight is seen as an alternative to Alvarez fighting David Benavidez. Canelo has been accused of ducking the Mexican Monster, who recently moved up to 175 pounds. He will face David Morrell Jr. next. But before any Crawford and Canelo fight happens, they will first have a fight before that against their respective opponents before facing off in September. The fight naturally throws up interesting dynamics.

If Crawford were to win, he would go down as arguably one of the best fighters of all time. He is undefeated, unlike Canelo, meaning he has that to lose. But the pressure is on Canelo to come out victorious since it is a fight where it would be in his weight class. While there are suggestions that there could be a catchweight, Canelo has previously said that any fight would have to take place at 168 pounds. There has naturally been varying opinions on who would come out victorious. Demetrius Andradehad this to say.

“I love Crawford. He’s a good friend. We reach out to each other. We’ve been traveling the world through the amateur program. He saw me beat people up, I saw him beat people up. I think the stories could go on, but when it comes to weight, empowerment, that s—t is real.

“Canelo is a big bad wolf and he can run the whole night. I think Crawford has the skills, but when it comes to Saul getting shots and blocking his power shots, Canelo knows how to move, too. He has agility. Not like a robot. I mean, it’s gonna be tough. “I don’t think Crawford can beat Canelo. But I still think he can give him a good fight. And I’ll be sitting there fuming for Canelo all day,” Demetrius Andrade said

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Latest Update: Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford Taking Huge Steps Forward

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It looks like miracles do happen. After all this time and countless disappointments, it looks like boxing fans will get the fight they have been aching to watch.

Only a few weeks ago, the reports of a possible 2025 fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford took over the internet.

The internet has been going crazy ever since the reports started floating around, but we never got any official announcement regarding the same. However, it looks like the official announcement is not far away as boxing insider Rick Glaser shared substantial information regarding the fight and gave every boxing fan something to cheer about in 2025.

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Glaser took to his ‘X’ and revealed, “Being told by a very reliable source that the Canelo-Crawford possibility has greatly increased in the last couple days.” He revealed that the talks between both camps are progressing smoothly and we can expect an official announcement pretty soon.

Glaser further revealed that both camps are targeting either May or September date. “If sigmed, no word if it would be May or September. The world awaits,” wrote Glaser expectedly. Earlier reports suggested that Canelo Alvarez‘s side is targeting a Cinco-De-Mayo date, sometime around May. When a user further asked Glaser if he thinks “the fight will be in Las Vegas?” The matchmaker replied, “More than likely.”

While there is no information regarding the venue, reports have suggested that His Excellency Turki Alalshikh also wants the fight to happen in Las Vegas at the T-Mobile Arena. Considering that the unified super middleweight champion has fought five of his last six matches in Las Vegas, this rumor does not seem too far-fetched.

While there still has not been any official announcement, judging by Glaser’s report, we can expect it in the coming days. It will be a huge deal and even though it is still a rumor, the boxing world is excited about it. Not only fans but even professional fighters and promoters want this match to happen and have shared their opinions on the dream fight.

In a conversation with FightHype, Matchroom honcho Eddie Hearn predicted Canelo Alvarez as the winner of this clash. According to him, “Crawford can’t really come to fight—in that fight because he’s at a massive, massive size disadvantage.” According to the British promoter, the weight limit would be too much for Terence Crawford to overcome at 168 lbs. Additionally, the huge power advantage that Canelo Alvarez holds over him will also prove costly.

Demetrius Andradealso had the same opinions on the fight. He told FightHubTV, “I love Crawford. He’s a good friend…but when it comes to weight, empowerment, that s**t is real. Canelo is a big bad wolf… I think Crawford has the skills, but when it comes to Saul getting shots and blocking his power shots, Canelo knows how to move, too,” and termed it as a losing battle for Crawford. While he believes that it will be an interesting and tough fight, Boo Boo Andrade thinks Canelo will ultimately be the winner.

The WBC interim light heavyweight champion David Benavidez, who also wants a fight with Canelo Alvarez, shared his thoughts on the potential clash. Benavidez also had the same ideas and referred to how ‘Bud’ is already struggling at 154 lbs. Despite acknowledging Crawford’s greatness, according to him, if Bud has to move up to 2-3 more weight classes to fight Canelo, he will be at a huge disadvantage. “Crawford is a one-of-a-kind fighter, but weight classes must be respected. I’d give Canelo the edge,” claimed Benavidez.

While the whole boxing world is excited about the fight, experts believe that the result is pre-determined. However, Terence Crawford boasts an exceptional record of 41-0 and has upset the odds many times before. So, these predictions do not take that much away from the fight.

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Canelo Alvarez Faces Repercussions After $150M Demand for David Benavidez Fight

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It has been 3 months since Canelo Alvarez last fought and the hunt for his next opponent is picking up the steam.

However, the search has been yielding slim results, as the unified super middleweight champion has either defeated every good contender or rejected any potential fight with big opponents. While the rumors of him considering Terence Crawford are rising rapidly, there is no confirmation regarding that. Furthermore, a few months ago, he also declined the chance to face former two-time champion David Benavidez, claiming he would only fight for a payout of at least $150 million.

On Sunday, in a conversation with FightHype, Matchroom boxing honcho Eddie Hearn who has had a long association with the Mexican champ before he left to join up with the PBC, reflected on Canelo’s choice of rejecting the Benavidez fight. Furthermore, he also stated how his unfathomable demand might leave him hanging without a possible good opponent.

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While talking about how Terence Crawford vs. Canelo Alvarez might be a mismatch, Hearn shifted his focus to the lack of opponents the 62-2-2 boxer currently has. He asked, “What are the options for Canelo Alvarez?” as the interviewer dropped the name of David Benavidez as the first suggestion.

Even though Hearn knows that it would be a brilliant match, the time has almost passed. “Yeah, but I don’t think that’s going to happen either. You know’s he’s put his flag in the sand, isn’t he?” exclaimed the British promoter. He further talked about the insane payout demand by Canelo and how Benavidez can target better things rather than chase a fight with Canelo. “150 million? I know he takes less but I just don’t see that.”

Furthermore, the ‘Mexican Monster’ is all set to face David Morrell in his first defense of his Interim WBC light heavyweight championship and a win here will put him in a brilliant position to face the winner between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. “He’s now up at 175. I don’t see him coming back to 68. Got a great fight against Morell by the way. It’s a serious fight,” stated Eddie Hearn, claiming that the 29-0 has no reason to look back to Canelo now.

Not long ago, Benavidez was the top contender in the super middleweight division. After defeating the likes of Caleb Plant and Demetrius Andrade, he was next in line to challenge Canelo Alvarez for his undisputed super middleweight championship. But that opportunity never came and in the end, he made the switch to 175 lbs and immediately won the interim title there. As Hearn said, he has no reason to look back now.

The Matchroom Boxing head then discussed all the potential opponents for Canelo Álvarez. Even though his list had many viable options, he was doubtful about every single clash.

The first name that Hearn suggested was Dmitry Bivol. He declared, “You know, Bivol beats Beterbiev on February 22nd, Canelo could fight Bivol for the Undisputed light heavyweight world championship. There’s a fight.” However, even though Canelo has shown interest in re-matching Bivol, the 23-1 boxer has shown no interest whatsoever.

Hearn then dropped the names of fighters like Jermall Charlo, and William Scull, but had his reservations about them too. “There’s a fight, Charlo. People talk about William Scull. I mean you know. Canelo will fight anyone but I don’t see a lot of options for him right now,” explained Eddie Hearn begrudgingly.

He circled back to Terence Crawford and claimed that with the lack of options, Canelo Alvarez might even accept fighting ‘Bud’. However, “if it happens, as good as Terence Crawford is, I just think he’s (Canelo) too big for him,” contended Hearn.

As Hearn stated, it looks like the options for Canelo Alvarez are lessening with each passing day.

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