Canelo Alvarez Names Sugar Ray Leonard Among Other Boxing Legends as His Dream Opponents

Canelo Alvarez, one of the biggest names in boxing, has had a fantastic career thus far. The 31-year-old Mexican has a long list of achievements. The pugilist has faced some of the best boxers in the world, but he brings something special to the ring and defeats them all. Even the greatest fighters like Canelo Alvarez have some idols from the industry that they dream to share the ring with.

In a recent question and answer session with DAZN Boxing, Alvarez revealed the boxing legends that he would have wanted as opponents. The Mexican stated, “Sugar Ray Leonard, Roberto Duran, Hagler. I would have loved to be in there with any of those fighters.”

Canelo Alvarez has fought some of the most established boxers like Floyd Mayweather, Miguel Cotto, and Gennady Golovkin. Having an impeccable record of 57-1-2, the boxer has seen it all. However, his wish to fight the greatest of all time is still a dream. 

While the undisputed super middleweight champion will not get to box the above names, he has massive fights waiting for him.

Canelo Alvarez has fights against Dmitry Bivol and potentially Gennady Golovkin

Canelo Alvarez vs Dmitry Bivol will go down on May 7 at the T-Mobile Arena, Nevada. Everyone is excited, as the Mexican legend will return to light heavyweight for the first time since 2019. While Canelo will be the favorite, Bivol cannot be overlooked, as he is an unbeaten champion who will have the height advantage in the ring.

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If Alvarez beats Bivol, he may look to secure a fight against Golovkin.

Canelo has fought Gennady Golovkin twice before. While the first match was a draw, Alvarez won the second fight in what was an absolute war. Given what the fans saw in the ring, they are eager to see these warriors share the ring for the third time. 

There are no official reports about the big fight, and it may depend on the events of May 7. Do you think it will happen?

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