Undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez defends his title against undisputed super welterweight champion Jermell Charlo on Saturday, September 30 live on Showtime PPV from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Ahead of their 12-round world title clash, the Mexican superstar held a media workout and previewed his upcoming bout.
33-year-old Canelo Alvarez (59-2-2, 39 KOs) of Guadalajara, Jalisco looks to become the first boxer to make three successful defenses of his WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO 168-pound belts. Lafayette, Louisiana’s 33-year-old Charlo (35-1-1, 19 KOs) aspires to become a two-division undisputed king.
The contest marks the first time during the four-belt era when two reigning male undisputed champions go face to face.
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At the media workout Canelo was joined by his manager and trainer Eddy Reynoso. Here is what the participants had to say from their Lake Tahoe training camp:
Canelo Alvarez
“I always want to make the best fights out there. I’m excited to be in this fight. This is a fight that people have talked about for a while. I’m excited to show the Charlos my skills. Now Jermell is gonna feel my skills.”
“I think Jermell Charlo is the perfect fight right now. He’s been calling me out for a long time and I never forget. He’s said a lot of things. He never believed in my skills, but he’s gonna find out soon. Him and his brother didn’t believe in my skills and that motivates me for this fight.”
“We always prepare 100% no matter where we are. It’s different being here. At the beginning, I couldn’t breathe very well. But right now, I feel great. I’ve found a place that’s made me happy and strong.”
“Charlo will be good at 168 pounds. I’ve made that jump before so I know. I think that when you’re a great champion like he is, it doesn’t matter.”
“These kinds of fights motivate me. I like being underestimated. That’s what makes me excited for this fight.”
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