Cuban boxing trainer Pedro Roque thinks Canelo's got this one in the bag. Roque, who's based in Miami and has trained champions like Erislandy Lara and Luis Ortiz, believes Canelo's on another level right now.
"Canelo is going to win until the day he wants," Roque said. "He is only going to lose when he retires."
Roque points out that Canelo's looking stronger than ever. The Mexican champ's been packing on muscle, which Roque says is adding to his power and precision in the ring.
But it's not just about physical strength. Roque claims Canelo's training partners are top-notch, maybe even better than Crawford himself. He mentioned one boxer, Yoenli Feliciano, who he thinks might give Crawford a run for his money.
Roque also praised Canelo's lifestyle, saying:
"Canelo's got a great family environment. He's focused on his business, stays connected with his fans, and leads a super healthy and disciplined life."
On the other side of the ring, Crawford's not backing down. The 37-year-old American, nicknamed "Bud", has been in excellent shape lately. He's got his eyes on the history books, aiming to become the first undisputed three-time world champion.
Crawford stated confidently, "My goal is to make history. I assure you that I will be the first undisputed three-time world champion."
This fight's a big deal for both boxers. For Canelo, it's a chance to prove he's still at the top of his game. For Crawford, it's about cementing his legacy in boxing history.
Roque knows a thing or two about training champions. He was named the best trainer in the world back in 2008 and led the Cuban national team to eight medals at the Beijing Olympics. He's worked with big names like Guillermo Rigondeaux and Yuriorkis Gamboa.
After some trouble with Cuban authorities, Roque left his home country. He's still making waves in the boxing world, though. Just recently, he helped Loren Berto Alfonso, a Cuban boxer now fighting for Azerbaijan, snag a silver medal in the heavyweight division at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
As the fight draws closer, fans and experts alike are picking sides. But one thing's for sure – come September 13, all eyes will be on Las Vegas for what promises to be an unforgettable night of boxing.