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In a world obsessed with undefeated records, Jermell Charlo offers a refreshing perspective. The undisputed light middleweight king recently opened up about the “Mayweather Effect” on modern boxing. As we all know, Jermell Charlo is gearing up for his forthcoming fight with Canelo Alvarez. The bout is set to take place on the 30th of September. The stakes of the bout are sky-high as it’s the battle of the undisputed.

As Charlo gears up for his highly anticipated fight against Canelo Alvarez, he’s not just throwing punches. Moreover, he’s throwing some candid opinions too. What did he say that’s causing a stir in the boxing community? This is in regard to his undisputed status quo. He recently appeared on a podcast where he unraveled his boxing philosophy. In the process of making an analogy, a stark parallel was drawn with the undefeated champion, Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Why does Jermell Charlo think boxers are trying to mimic Floyd Mayweather?

“Everybody’s trying to be Mayweather,” The boxer candidly admitted that the current generation is enamored with Floyd Mayweather’s legacy, especially his undefeated record. But Charlo added a twist, stating that Mayweather is “one of a kind” and that the era has changed. Furthermore, he adds to his viewpoint by elaborating how boxers are obsessed with his staggering net worth.

Charlo said, “Everybody thinking they’re gonna be the 100 million dollar guy, but the era has changed. Mayweather went through it, but he’s one of a kind. It’s not about how many times you fall, it’s about the comeback”

Charlo’s comments reflect a shift in mindset. While many boxers aim to emulate Mayweather’s success, Charlo emphasizes that it’s not about how many times you fall; it’s about the comeback. A refreshing take, indeed.

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Charlo will fight Canelo Alvarez on September 30, 2023. Furthermore, the match has an exciting lineup with  intriguing undercards. This isn’t just a fight; it’s a clash of champions.

Alvarez is defending four super middleweight titles and Charlo is moving up to 168 pounds for this match. Furthermore, the fight kicks off at 8 p.m. ET at Las Vegas’s T-Mobile Arena.  Betting odds favor Alvarez at -410, with Charlo at +320. Can Charlo beat the betting odds to win at fight night?

Charlo’s honesty about boxing today makes him a must-watch. He calls Floyd Mayweather “one of a kind.” This fresh take challenges a sport often stuck on records and legacies.

So, what’s your take on Charlo’s views and his next fight? Is boxing culture changing? Share your thoughts below.

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