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BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 21: Canelo Alvarez during a press conference ahead of his super middleweight fight with Caleb Plant on November 6 at The Beverly Hilton on September 21, 2021 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

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BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 21: Canelo Alvarez during a press conference ahead of his super middleweight fight with Caleb Plant on November 6 at The Beverly Hilton on September 21, 2021 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Canelo Alvarez is no stranger to the spotlight. Yet, as his bout with Jermell Charlo inches closer, an unexpected revelation emerges. Alvarez, in a fleeting moment, unveiled a fighter’s essence with brutal honesty. It wasn’t about strategy or training regimens. Curiously, Charlo’s recent silence speaks louder than his past provocations. Why the sudden change? In a Twitter snippet shared by Boxing News+, Alvarez gave a hint.
Not all was laid bare, but enough to ruffle feathers. Fighters always chase a certain outcome, he implied. But Charlo’s recent behavior? Oddly muted. What’s brewing beneath the surface? What does Alvarez know that we don’t? The boxing world is abuzz, and for a good reason.
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Canelo Alvarez opens up on training goals and Jermell Charlo’s changed tune
In the coming clash, a blend of raw power and strategic prowess is set to define the encounter between Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo. The anticipation has reached a fever pitch, especially with Alvarez’s latest remarks coursing through the boxing community. During a candid interview snippet shared by Boxing News+ on Twitter, Alvarez brought to light the inherent knockout aspiration embedded within every fighter’s psyche. He stated, “All the fighters train for the knockout. To say no is a lie… And I’m going to try this Saturday.”
The assertion unveils the relentless ambition driving Alvarez as he approaches this decisive battle. This transparency provides a rare glimpse into the knockout-focused training regime he has been immersed in. Moreover, Alvarez’s remarks encapsulate the brutal yet fascinating reality of boxing where every punch thrown carries the ambition of ending the fight.
🧨 @Canelo makes it clear he will go for the KO against Jermell Charlo this weekend.
Watch here: https://t.co/2EjHlPyvPj#CaneloCharlo pic.twitter.com/64vdZlcbl0
— Boxing News+ (@BoxingNewsPlus) September 28, 2023
However, what captivates the audience further is the noticeable shift in Charlo’s demeanor. Known for his prior provocations, Charlo seems to have adopted a less confrontational stance. Alvarez noted this transition, commenting, “I don’t know what happened with him [Jermell]… And right now he’s like trying to be nice.” This subtle transformation opens a plethora of interpretations: Is it a newfound respect, or perhaps a mind game in play?
Transitioning from the spoken words to the unspoken, the narrative delves deeper into the psychology of both fighters. Alvarez’s candid disclosure not only accentuates his knockout intention but subtly mirrors the contrasting demeanor of Charlo. Consequently, the contrast in attitudes sets the stage for a fight that’s much more than a physical confrontation. It’s a chess match played out through fists and wits.
Erickson Lubin hints towards an upset
Erickson Lubin, a past contender for the WBC super Welterweight title, shed light on Charlo’s prospects in a talk with Fight Hub TV. Lubin lauded Charlo’s boxing intellect, suggesting a potential upset if Alvarez’s performance falters from his usual.

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RECORD DATE NOT STATED L-R, Saul -Canelo- Alvarez MEX and John Ryder ENG during the fight The King Coming Home for the Super Middleweight titles, endorsed by the World Boxing Council WBC, the World Boxing Organization WBO, the World Boxing Association WBA and the International Boxing Federation IBF, at Akron Stadium, on May 6, 2023. brbr I-D, Saul -Canelo- Alvarez MEX y John Ryder ENG durante la pelea The King Coming Home por los titulos Supermedio, avalados por el Consejo Mundial de Boxeo CMB, la Organizacion Mundial de Boxeo OMB, la Asociacion Mundial de Boxeo AMB y la Federacion Internacional de Boxeo IBF, en el Estadio Akron, el 06 de Mayo de 2023. Boxeo 2023 Saul -Canelo- Alvarez MEX vs John Ryder ENG Fight PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxMEXxCHNxRUS
He articulated, “I feel like people sleep on Charlo’s IQ. He has a real high IQ.” Lubin’s commentary offers a refreshing nod to Charlo’s tactical potential. The scenario Lubin sketches hinges heavily on Alvarez’s form on the fight night. He believes, if Alvarez is anything less than his top form, the scales might tip in Charlo’s favor. “If Canelo shows up like Canelo… I feel like he’ll dominate the fight… But if he shows up anything less than that, then Charlo has a chance,” he added.
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Lubin’s insights stir a narrative that challenges the status quo, making the Alvarez-Charlo bout a compelling watch filled with expectations and underdog promise.
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Now, as we keenly await the clash of titans, a reflective question dangles – which attributes will ultimately steer the victor’s hand raised in triumph – power, strategy, or perhaps, an underexplored underdog advantage? Your thoughts?
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