Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford will face off in a big boxing match on September 13 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The fight has got fans talking because of the big names involved and the difference in their styles and weight classes.
Edgar Berlanga, a New York boxer who fought Canelo in 2024, thinks Crawford can win. He's got some advice for the American fighter who's moving up in weight to challenge the Mexican super middleweight.
"I think Crawford can do it," Berlanga said when asked for his prediction. "He has to show his IQ, show why he has been undisputed champion in two divisions."
Berlanga knows firsthand how tough Canelo is. He got clearly dominated when they fought. But he still believes Crawford's got a shot if he uses his smarts in the ring.
The big challenge for Crawford is the jump in weight. He's moving up to face Canelo, who's used to fighting at super middleweight.
"It's a big jump in weight, that could make the difference... it's like me going up to heavyweight," Berlanga explained.
Berlanga thinks Crawford's best bet is to aim for a decision win by using his ring intelligence and strategy. He doesn't see Crawford knocking Canelo out.
Most people are picking Canelo to win because of his experience and the fact he's fighting at his usual weight. But Berlanga respects Crawford for taking on this challenge.
"If he loses, we will all know that he tried to be great. He is testing himself," Berlanga said.
The fight's got everyone excited because it's two of the best boxers going at it. Their different styles and experience levels add to the intrigue. We'll see on September 13 if Crawford can pull off the upset or if Canelo will add another big win to his record.
