Following stories in current days, the Mexican boxer introduced the Canelo vs. Berlanga battle on his social media this Thursday.
Canelo, 34, should face the Puerto Rican in his position as necessary challenger on behalf of the World Boxing Affiliation for the tremendous middleweight title.
Berlanga is ranked first in his WBA classification, though the common champion is Cuban David Morrell Jr. His rival is 27 years outdated, has a document of 22-0-0 with 17 knockouts.
His most up-to-date battle was in February 2024 towards Irishman Padraig McCrory, whom he defeated by knockout within the sixth spherical in a battle held in Orlando, Florida. The Puerto Rican has by no means fought a world champion.