Today there was information that Saul Alvarez (57-1-2, 39 KOs) wants to face the WBC cruiserweight champion Ilunga Makabu (28-2, 25 KOs) and that this meeting could take place next May. Canelo's team ...
“I will be very happy to meet Canelo, I have no problem with that. Good luck to Canelo in the first heavyweight division. He is the best boxer on the planet and I want to fight him. If we agree, we can cross gloves. If Canelo wants to fight in my country, it will be fun, because Congo is a big jungle. I am ready to fight Alvarez anywhere in the world: in the USA, Mexico or Congo,” said Makabu.
“He's a tough fighter, the best in the world, regardless of weight class. But I'm the best in the first heavyweight division. I am not interested in people's opinion, I listen to my heart and know that I can beat Canelo. This fight is a great opportunity for both of us. I will start to prepare intensively for this duel as soon as we sign the contract,” added WBC world champion.
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