Disappointed Robert Garcia Explains Jermell Charlo Decided to “Survive” Against Canelo Alvarez

Almost two months after Jermell Charlo vs. Canelo Alvarez, trainer and former professional boxer Robert Garcia explained what went wrong with Jermell Charlo on September 30th. In this context, besides congratulating Charlo for the money he made from fighting Alvarez, Garcia declared he was disappointed in ‘Iron Man’.

Likewise, after branding Charlo a “boring a**” fighter, Garcia critically explained how Jermell was initially deluded. In his opinion, right after Charlo realized Canelo’s true potential, he abandoned his warrior mentality and switched to survival mode. Well, here is what Garcia had to say.

Gaining extra pounds was detrimental to Jermell Charlo’s performance against Canelo Alvarez

Although Robert Garcia praised Charlo for taking the bout against Alvarez, he felt climbing two weight classes harmed Jermell’s performance. According to him, even though Charlo gained the required weight, ‘Iron Man’ was no match for the power that Canelo possessed at Super Middleweight. Likewise, Garcia felt that after Charlo felt Alvarez’s power, he knew he could not win the bout.

“Moving up two weight classes, especially, from 154 to 168, it’s a big jump. Two weight classes at Super Welterweight [means] you’re talking about 12 lbs. It’s a big difference,” said Garcia. In his opinion, even though Charlo’s team felt ‘Iron Man’ had sufficient height, speed, and footwork, Jermell realized he was mistaken the moment he exchanged blows with Alvarez.

“When the bell rang and he saw Canelo in front of him and probably felt a few punches, he decided to survive. I don’t blame him. But, we were not happy. I was a little disappointed,” added Robert. Well, here is why Garcia was disappointed.

Garcia reasons exactly why Jermell Charlo disappointed him

As per Robert, after the Undisputed Super Welterweight champion realized that he was no match for Canelo’s power, Charlo, the self-claimed lion gave in. And this is where he disappointed those who watched the bout. “I wanted him to at least try. Maybe go out even if he gets stopped or knocked out. But, go out like a warrior,” explained Robert.

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“But, he survived and is healthy. Got paid well. He’s still the champion. [Can] come back and defend his title,” concluded the 48-year-old. With that said, do you think Charlo made a mistake by climbing two weight classes? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

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