The boxing world was buzzing this week after a fiery confrontation erupted between Canelo Álvarez and rising star Edgar Berlanga, following a heated back-and-forth between Berlanga and former super middleweight champion Caleb Plant. The exchange escalated quickly, with both fighters trading barbs, but it was Canelo’s cool, yet savage, remarks that stole the show.
The drama started during a press event where Berlanga and Plant—two highly touted fighters in the super middleweight division—got into a war of words. Plant, known for his sharp jab and slick footwork, was not backing down as he verbally sparred with Berlanga, who has earned a reputation for his knockout power. The tension between the two was palpable, with Berlanga trash-talking Plant and dismissing his skills.
“I’ve fought the best,” Berlanga said, boasting about his record and past opponents, including high-profile names like Canelo Álvarez and Floyd Mayweather. But Caleb Plant wasn’t having it. He fired back, “You’re nothing compared to those guys,” effectively dismissing Berlanga’s claim to the elite status in the division.
The crowd went wild, expecting some kind of altercation to break out, but the real fireworks were yet to come. Canelo Álvarez, who has dominated the super middleweight scene for years, was sitting off to the side during the heated exchange, and it was clear he wasn’t going to let Berlanga’s comments slide. When asked about Berlanga’s bold statements, Canelo had one response that left everyone in the room stunned.
“What you say? You think you have more IQ than me? You’re going to see on September 14th,” Canelo quipped, turning the situation on its head and clapping back at Berlanga’s earlier trash talk. It was a sharp jab, a perfect blend of his trademark confidence and the kind of mental warfare that makes Canelo a master inside and outside the ring. The message was clear: Berlanga wasn’t on his level.
As the press conference continued, Canelo continued to clown Berlanga with a smirk, adding, “Take it easy. I know I’m a [expletive], but take it easy. You’re going to see. You’re going to see.” His words were laced with a calm but undeniable authority, the kind of swagger that only a fighter of his stature could get away with.
Berlanga, on the other hand, didn’t back down. “You think you have more IQ than Floyd?” Berlanga shot back, calling out Canelo’s legendary rival and long-time boxing icon Floyd Mayweather Jr. The question seemed to catch Canelo off guard for a second, but he responded quickly and decisively: “You’re going to see. You’re going to see. I know you’re going to see.” The repetition of “you’re going to see” only added to the tension, with Canelo keeping his cool while making it clear that he’d be the one to end this verbal sparring in the ring.
But things didn’t stop there. Berlanga wasn’t about to let the champion get the last word without putting up a fight. “I’m going to break everything in your face,” he declared boldly, before making the audacious promise to be the first man to stop Canelo, saying, “You’re finished. You’re going to see. I walk with God, and you’re going to feel pain.” His confidence was palpable, but his bravado only made Canelo’s response even more cutting.
Berlanga kept hammering on, raising the stakes by claiming that Canelo’s previous opponents like Caleb Plant and Floyd Mayweather weren’t in the same league as him. But the reigning champion wasn’t phased. “Come on, come on. You think you’re better than them?” Canelo shot back, his demeanor unshaken. He knew this was all part of the game—the trash talk, the hype, the intimidation—but Canelo’s experience showed. He’s been through it all, and it wasn’t going to affect him.
As the back-and-forth continued, Berlanga fired one final shot: “I’m going to break everything in your face in just eight rounds.” His words were delivered with such certainty that it was almost as if he believed his own hype. But Canelo, ever the composed professional, let his opponent hang himself with that promise. “You’re going to see. You’re going to feel pain. Eight rounds. Just eight rounds,” Canelo responded calmly, yet with a palpable confidence that left no doubt in anyone’s mind that he was ready to back up his words when the bell rang.
After all the heated exchanges, Canelo took a moment to reflect on why he still competes at the highest level despite his already legendary career. “I love boxing,” he said, keeping it simple. “And I’m here to show you why I’m the best.” Canelo’s dedication and passion for the sport are evident, and this latest interaction with Berlanga only further solidifies his status as one of the greatest of all time.
But the ultimate moment of the press conference came when Canelo’s trainer, Eddie Reynoso, stepped in, signaling the end of the verbal sparring. Berlanga had certainly tried to get under Canelo’s skin, but it was clear who had won the mental game. Canelo Álvarez didn’t need to shout or act out of character—his confidence, experience, and sharp wit were more than enough to make the younger fighter seem out of his depth.
As we approach the big showdown on September 14th, fans are eagerly anticipating the clash between Canelo and Berlanga. Will the challenger’s bravado hold up in the ring, or will Canelo prove once again why he’s the undisputed champion of the super middleweight division? One thing is for sure—this fight will be one for the history books, and Canelo Álvarez is ready to clown his opponent all the way to victory.
