Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez plans to show he's a different fighter now as he gears up for a mega-fight with Terence Crawford in September. The Mexican superstar will first defend his IBF super-middleweight title against William Scull on May 3 in Riyadh.
Canelo, now 34, faced his first defeat back in 2013 against Floyd Mayweather Jr. That loss taught him valuable lessons, and he's eager to prove how much he's grown since then.
In a recent interview, Canelo shared his thoughts on the upcoming Crawford fight:
"Yeah, to show people I'm different now with the experience, the fighter that I am today. I always think that I needed more years before I fought Mayweather. Things happened and I learned a lot, and I don't blame myself because of that. It's kind of an opportunity to show what kind of fighter that I am."
The Guadalajara native sees the Crawford bout as a chance to showcase his evolution as a fighter. Many compare Crawford's style to that of Mayweather, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup.
Mayweather, now 48, retired undefeated in 2017 after a stellar career. His win over Canelo in 2013 stands out as a significant moment. The Grand Rapids native went on to face Manny Pacquiao in "The Fight of the Century" and wrapped up his career with a bout against MMA star Conor McGregor.
While Mayweather's planned exhibition with YouTube sensation Jake Paul fell through at the last minute, Canelo's focus remains on his upcoming challenges. A win over Scull in May could set him up to become undisputed champion at 168lbs for the second time, further cementing his legacy before the Crawford showdown.
As September approaches, boxing fans eagerly await this clash of champions. Will Canelo prove he's truly a different fighter now? Or will Crawford's skills prove too much? One thing's for sure – this fight promises to be a boxing spectacle you won't want to miss.
