Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez's recent win over William Scull in Saudi Arabia has stirred up some controversy. Even though Canelo added the IBF title to his collection and became the undisputed super middleweight champion, not everyone's impressed.
Legendary trainer Ignacio 'Nacho' Beristain didn't hold back his thoughts on Canelo's career. He's known for coaching boxing greats like Juan Manuel Marquez and Ricardo 'Finito' Lopez, so his words carry weight in the boxing world.
Beristain didn't mince words when talking about Canelo. He said:
"I detest the career of that... because he makes half-fixed fights and it bothers. It is a total lack for boxing and for the credibility of the people."
That's a heavy accusation, suggesting Canelo's fights aren't on the level. Beristain thinks this hurts boxing's credibility.
He also pointed out how expensive it is to watch Canelo fight in person:
"Do you have any idea how much a ringside ticket costs? 15 or 20 thousand dollars a damn ticket to be in the front row... only the artists go."
Beristain believes these high prices keep regular fans away from the sport. He's worried boxing's turning into a business instead of a sport.
The trainer's frustration came through when he added:
"I'm tired of talking about the same thing... I realize how the game is going and it makes me want to turn my stomach."
It's clear Beristain's not happy with how Canelo's career has unfolded. He thinks it's bad for boxing overall.
Canelo's faced criticism before. Some say he's built his career by fighting opponents who don't push him. But he keeps winning titles and breaking records.
His latest fight against William Scull didn't win over many fans. A lot of people found it boring and one-sided.
Beristain's comments add to an ongoing debate about Canelo's success. While he's got the titles and the records, some in the boxing world question his legacy.
It's a tricky situation. Canelo's at the top of the sport, but voices like Beristain's show not everyone's convinced by his success. The debate about Canelo's place in boxing history will likely continue for a while.
