On the evening of September 14th on the T-Cell Area in Las Vegas, Edgar Berlanga acquired his alternative to pursue greatness, however sadly for Berlanga, he fell in need of his purpose as Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (62-2-2, 39 KOs) retained his unified super-middleweight world title by way of unanimous resolution.
Canelo was classic Canelo, as he displayed his normal system of aggression, energy, accuracy, and good punch placement. His opponent, Edgar Berlanga, battled for 12 rounds, and he proved that he belonged within the ring combating for the unified world title.
Again in July 2024 the official combat announcement was made with regard to a Mexican Independence Day weekend conflict between Canelo and Edgar Berlanga. Many combat followers and boxing pundits weren’t proud of the announcement.
At that specific time, boxing followers had been nonetheless hopeful because it pertains to witnessing the lengthy awaited and extremely anticipated conflict between Canelo and David Benavidez. As an alternative of getting what they wished, followers needed to accept what was given.
Edgar Berlanga was enthusiastic about receiving the chance, however he was dissatisfied with the disrespect he acquired. Followers expressed their ideas by way of social media and spoke about how Berlanga was a cherry decide who was destined to get knocked out.
On combat evening within the opening spherical, Berlanga began the bout through the use of foot feints and throwing the jab. Canelo spent nearly all of the primary spherical urgent ahead, and attributable to his aggression, he was capable of land a few strong energy photographs.
Within the second spherical, Canelo Alvarez landed an enormous left hook, however Edgar Berlanga responded by connecting with a strong proper hand. With 1:57 left to go within the third, Canelo landed a devastating left hook that despatched Berlanga all the way down to the canvas.
The 27-year-old Berlanga was capable of stand up, however when the match continued, Alvarez hit Berlanga with a flurry of photographs. Nevertheless, Berlanga displayed an unbelievable chin as he absorbed the photographs, fought again, and weathered the storm.
In the course of the course of the subsequent couple of rounds, Canelo continued to press ahead, get into his most well-liked vary, and land correct energy photographs. In spherical 6, Canelo landed an enormous left hook, however Berlanga responded by connecting with the fitting hand.
Within the second half of the unified super-middleweight championship bout, Canelo continued to dictate the motion, however each time Canelo landed a shot, Berlanga tried to land a punch of his personal.
On the conclusion of the 12-round contest, Canelo Alvarez was declared the winner by the use of unanimous resolution. Edgar Berlanga was dissatisfied with the results of the combat, however he must be pleased with the way in which he competed in opposition to a future Corridor of Famer.
Edgar Berlanga confirmed ring IQ, unbelievable punch resistance, and he made an effort to do all the appropriate issues similar to catching and countering, and punching in between the photographs.
Berlanga misplaced, however because of that one combat, he gained a ton of expertise, and the trouble he displayed on Saturday evening has re-energized his fan base. In the course of the post-fight press convention, Berlanga in contrast his expertise to the one Canelo went by way of eleven years in the past.
“Like I mentioned man, he’s a legend, he fought Floyd Mayweather when he was younger, and take a look at who he grew to become after that loss. I gained loads of expertise being within the ring with him. He’s an incredible fighter, however I do know that he is aware of I’m a future legend of this sport.”
Edgar “The Chosen One” Berlanga (22-1, 17 KOs) misplaced his 0, however attributable to his aggressive efficiency, he’s gained respect, new followers, and a number of alternatives. When Berlanga is able to return to the ring, he has the choice of combating Jaime Munguia, Caleb Plant, or difficult IBF champion William Scull.
