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 aim 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 common components 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 preventing for the unified world title.
Again in July 2024 the official battle announcement was made with reference to a Mexican Independence Day weekend conflict between Canelo and Edgar Berlanga. Many battle followers and boxing pundits weren’t pleased with the announcement.
At that exact 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 a substitute of getting what they needed, 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 choose who was destined to get knocked out.
On battle 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 on account of his aggression, he was in a position to 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 in a position to stand up, however when the match continued, Alvarez hit Berlanga with a flurry of photographs. Nonetheless, Berlanga displayed an unbelievable chin as he absorbed the photographs, fought again, and weathered the storm.
Throughout the course of the following 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 precise 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 means of unanimous resolution. Edgar Berlanga was dissatisfied with the results of the battle, however he must be happy with the best way 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 equivalent to catching and countering, and punching in between the photographs.
Berlanga misplaced, however due to that one battle, he gained a ton of expertise, and the hassle he displayed on Saturday evening has re-energized his fan base. Throughout 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 stated man, he’s a legend, he fought Floyd Mayweather when he was younger, and have a look at who he grew to become after that loss. I gained plenty of expertise being within the ring with him. He’s a fantastic 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 on account of 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 preventing Jaime Munguia, Caleb Plant, or difficult IBF champion William Scull.
