In a recent televised announcement with TV Azteca, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, the undisputed super-middleweight champion, revealed significant details about his upcoming fight.
‼️ Canelo Alvarez has declared that his next opponent on May 4th will be American, not Mexican – appearing to support reports that he will defend his undisputed WBA, WBC, IBF & WBO super-middleweight world titles vs Jermall Charlo, not Jaime Munguia. [@BoxAzteca7] pic.twitter.com/w4DvsQsxOr
Set for May 4th in Las Vegas, Canelo confirmed that his opponent would be an American fighter, dispelling rumors of a potential all-Mexican clash with Jaime Munguia and hinting at a possible matchup with Jermall Charlo. Alongside this, Canelo expressed his pride in extending his contract with TV Azteca, emphasizing his commitment to ensuring his fights remain accessible to Mexican audiences.
While the opponent’s name was not officially disclosed, the direction towards an American contender aligns with speculation about Canelo defending his WBA, WBC, IBF, and WBO titles against Charlo. Canelo, with a record of 60-2-2 and 39 KOs, remains a dominant force in the ring, looking to build on his victory over Charlo’s twin brother, Jermell, last September, as he contemplates at least five more years in the sport.
