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ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 21: Jermell Charlo arrives for his bout against Tony Harrison for the WBC World Super Welterweight Championship at Toyota Arena on December 21, 2019 in Ontario, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

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ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA – DECEMBER 21: Jermell Charlo arrives for his bout against Tony Harrison for the WBC World Super Welterweight Championship at Toyota Arena on December 21, 2019 in Ontario, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)
Jermell Charlo does not shy away from a challenge. On 30th September, the undisputed Light Middleweight champion will move up in weight classes to challenge Canelo Alvarez. Although his will to compete deserves praise, it is noteworthy to mention that the weight disparity between the two is substantial. Not to mention, Charlo has been relatively less active recently in contrast to ‘Saul.’
The betting odds also reflect a similar point of view as the ‘Iron Man,’ is a heavy underdog. However, Charlo remains confident but a former champion is not convinced regarding something. Why is it so?
Legendary boxer predicts the fate of Jermell Charlo in his clash against Canelo Alvarez
The legendary boxer is none other than Marco Antonio Barrera. The 49-year-old is the former champion of three weight classes. His celebrated career lasted for decades and boasts a record of a whopping 67 victories but only seven defeats. In an interview with Fight Hub TV, the retired boxer was asked to weigh in on the matchup between Charlo and Alvarez.
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