Jermall Charlo has accused Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez of still using clenbuterol. The middleweight champion made the claim at a press conference before his return to the ring after two years away.
Charlo's accusation comes after Canelo's recent victory over William Scull in Saudi Arabia. He suggests that Canelo has continued to use the substance beyond the 2018 incident when the Mexican star blamed contaminated meat for a positive test.
"I've been to Mexico and eaten the meat. Nothing happened to me. They've perfected ways to dodge anti-doping. Some can play with the limits of what's allowed without getting caught right away. They use tiny amounts that regular tests don't pick up."
Canelo hasn't responded to these claims. The boxing world is buzzing with Charlo's words, and fans are starting to question things.
The timing of this accusation is interesting. It follows hot on the heels of Jaime Munguia's positive test for testosterone metabolites before his fight with Bruno Surace. Munguia recently joined Eddy Reynoso's team - the same team that trains Canelo.
Charlo's comments put Canelo's team and their top spot in world boxing under the microscope. It might lead to calls for more accurate doping tests in the sport.
For now, Canelo remains silent. But as the echo of Charlo's words grows louder, the pressure for a response will likely build.
