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American professional boxer, Edgar Berlanga Jr. might be making his new journey with Oscar De La Hoya’s ‘The Golden Boy’ promotion. Some days ago he split from his previous promotion company with Bob Arum’s Top Rank promotion. However, his new meeting with ‘The Golden Boy’ has created a stir among fans.

Edgar Berlanga Jr. shared a picture of his meeting with Oscar De La Hoya on Twitter today. As a free agent, any meeting with the promotion company usually causes a stir and this is not an exception in Berlanga’s matter. People started questioning the possibility of their joining. Berlanga Jr. is an up-and-coming boxer with a perfect 15-0 record. He has been looking for a promotion company to help further his career and a meeting with Oscar De La Hoya’s Golden Boy Promotions is a big step in the right direction.

Oscar De La Hoya and Edgar Berlanga Jr. a new chemistry

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Recently Edgar Berlanga Jr. had some problems with Bob Arum’s Top Rank promotion. After that happened, Berlanga Jr. has been approached by various promotions including Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom boxing.

Eddie Hearn recently spoke about his potential work with Berlanga Jr. But there was a catch, and that is only the potential fight between Canelo Alvarez and Barlenga Jr. will have the answer of his joining the new promotion. He said, “But he has to establish himself as a world champion contender against that opposition. I believe he can do it.”

In this scenario, Oscar De La Hoya’s new connection with Berlanga has created new headlines. That means a sure connection with De La Hoya. Oscar has recently stepped up to help Edgar out by offering him help. Post the meeting, De La Hoya, also expressed his happiness on social media. He wrote, “What a pleasure meeting Edgar Berlanga and his pops, Looking forward to your future, ready to make history.” This thing rather reinforces the partnership.

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However, fans have commented on their post hilariously. They gave mixed reactions. Let’s see what they are saying.

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Terence Crawford was also given the opportunity by Oscar De La Hoya a few days ago. With Terrence Crawford De La Hoya’s promotion will fight with Rocha and Vergil before fighting with Errol Spence Jr. Edgar Berlanga Jr. is currently having an undisputed record of 20-0.

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