In a recent announcement, WBC middleweight titlist Jermall Charlo claimed he is scheduled to fight Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez in September. Charlo shared this news in a Fight Hype video, expressing his aim to avenge his twin brother Jermell's loss to Canelo last year.
Charlo cited the fight with Canelo as a response to his brother’s defeat. Canelo won that match by a significant margin, affirming his position as the undisputed super middleweight champion. Meanwhile, Charlo last fought Jose Benavidez Jr. at the Michelob ULTRA Arena in Las Vegas on November 25, 2023, securing a win by decision.
Jermall Charlo has maintained his unbeaten record with 33 wins, including 22 knockouts. His latest victory took place over the middleweight limit but still allowed him to keep his title belt. A previous bout scheduled for June 2023 was canceled due to a hand injury.
Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez is set to face Jamie Munguia in Las Vegas during the Cinco De Mayo festivities this coming weekend. Annually, Canelo fights around this date and remains one of boxing’s biggest draws.
The WBC under President Mauricio Sulaiman has been criticized for being reluctant to mandate frequent defenses from reigning champions like Charlo. This policymaking reflects on Sulaiman occasionally acting defensively when questioned about such decisions.
