On September 14th, Canelo Alvarez will defend his WBA/WBC/WBO super middleweight titles against Edgar Berlanga at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas over the Mexican Independence Day holiday weekend. The match will be shown live on DAZN and PBC on Prime Video PPV.
The upcoming fight between Canelo and Berlanga is generating buzz as fans are intrigued by this matchup. Berlanga, despite not being Canelo’s initial choice of opponent over contenders like Chris Eubank Jr., offers a less risky challenge for Alvarez.
Considering the limited options available, Berlanga was selected as the optimal choice to boost PPV sales and ticket revenue. Berlanga’s aggressive fighting style promises an exciting showdown alongside boxing superstar Canelo. Despite Berlanga’s relatively less experienced background compared to other contenders, his bold approach could deliver an engaging battle.
Aside from the main event, WBA middleweight champion Erislandy Lara is set to defend his title against Danny Garcia in a match that could steal the spotlight. Garcia’s return to the ring after a two-year hiatus brings an air of unpredictability, building anticipation for his clash with Lara.
Promoter Eddie Hearn is thrilled about Berlanga’s chance to face Canelo, dubbing him the “Chosen One.” Hearn has been vocal about his desire for Berlanga to compete against Canelo and has taken measures to prepare his fighter for the upcoming challenge. Despite some fans voicing concerns about Berlanga’s previous opponents, Hearn remains dedicated to supporting his fighter’s success.
