Edgar Berlanga has positioned himself as a contender for a fight against Canelo Alvarez following his recent victory over Padraig McCrory in six rounds, marking his first knockout since 2020. This win has sparked discussions and preliminary talks about the potential matchup, with Berlanga's manager, Keith Connolly, engaging with Eddie Hearn regarding a fight in 2024, potentially as early as May 4. Hearn has indicated that Berlanga may need one more fight to build properly for a Canelo showdown, emphasizing the importance of a knockout to attract attention. Despite skepticism from some quarters about Berlanga's readiness for such a high-profile fight, the boxer has made his intentions clear, calling for the fight after his victory. The boxing community is now abuzz with speculation on whether Berlanga will secure the 'Canelo lottery' and if he is ready to face the 'ultimate challenge.'
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Is Edgar Berlanga ready for Canelo? @EddieHearn weighs in postfight https://t.co/xHxTiRDnqS
Edgar Berlanga‘s manager, Keith Connolly, tells ESPN he’s had preliminary talks with Eddie Hearn regarding a Canelo Alvarez-Berlanga fight in 2024. Connolly says Berlanga would be ready to fight Canelo as early as May 4 after last night’s sixth-round TKO win over Padraig McCrory.
Hearn: Berlanga Would Fight Fire With Fire In The ‘Ultimate Challenge’ Against Canelo https://t.co/Ub2jIc414g
Rate Berlanga’s performance last night! Is he ready for Canelo? https://t.co/VbctThKVZw
Berlanga Sets Sights On Canelo Following McCrory Victory https://t.co/iqJfyJX7Te
𝗕𝗡 𝗙𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀: Edgar Berlanga calls for Canelo fight after stopping Padraig McCory in six rounds. Read here: https://t.co/UqvpHnfJcI #BerlangaMcCrory https://t.co/JdtRhsnUim
Fight Recap: Did Edgar Berlanga Win The Canelo Lottery? https://t.co/quGc8uMfuk By @PRProSanDiego
Berlanga Scores First KO Since 2020 To Put Himself In Canelo Sweepstakes https://t.co/xmlYdJtiG3
Berlanga and Eddie make their case for a Canelo fight in the post-fight interview. #boxing #BerlangaMcCrory
Hearn talks Joshua v Ngannou, now BERLANGA. Winner is No 1 rated and in line to fight @Canelo. Eddie admits Edgar might need one more after this to build properly. Hearn says KO IS NEEDED, to attract attention to Canelo quest. Good stuff from @EddieHearn
Edgar Berlanga ain’t gettin Canelo Alvarez no matter how good he looks tonight
Berlanga Fighting To Force Showdown With Munguia Or Canelo https://t.co/ULCDDhSsbC