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Boxing Legend Snubs Canelo Alvarez To Back Jermell Charlo For The September Bout

Published 08/20/2023, 6:48 AM EDT

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In the boxing world, legends’ opinions and predictions matter a lot. The September bout between Jermell Charlo and Canelo Alvarez is approaching. Fans and experts are eagerly analyzing the fight. But what if a boxing icon backs one fighter over the other? Intrigue grows, debate heats up, and attention turns to the legend’s endorsement.

Moreover, it could change public opinion. The upcoming fight is not just a clash of titans. It’s a battle of skill, strategy, and support from the sport’s influencers. When a legend speaks, the world listens. This time, Jermell Charlo is predicted as the winner by this legend. The legendary boxer is the former undisputed Cruiserweight Champion, Evander Hollyfield.

What is the prediction of Evander Hollyfield for Jermell Charlo vs. Alvarez?

In a recent interview, boxing legend Evander Holyfield took a clear stance. He backed Jermell Charlo with a substantiating answer, and many found his endorsement surprising and enticing. When the interviewer asked Hollyfield his predictions about the match, he said, “It should be a good fight. You know both of the fighters is a good fighter, but I think if we go to the distance, I think Charlo is going to win.”

Furthermore, when the interviewer asked ‘The Real Deal’ about his prediction, he had a prompt answer. Hollyfield said, “He’s a good boxer; he’s a good boxer, and you know Stanley, I’ve been there.” I’ve seen the kid there since he was 13 years old because I was training in Houston, Texas, [at the time]. He’s a good fighter, but I’m the but I know that Canelo, Canelo a good [fighter] and but Canelo is [a] little older, and I’m telling you a young, it’s time for the young guys to [show the] show the older guys [that] you stayed there too long, somebody’s [going to] get you.”

Indeed, Evander’s opinion speaks volumes. As he said in the interview about Jermell Charlo’s fighting spirit, “It’s good to see how young people don’t quit and when they don’t quit and keep themselves right.”

Speaking of the Charlo Twins, Hollyfield recalled when they went to the same gym. He said that Jermell Charlo and Jermall Charlo were training in the gym when he was the world’s heavyweight champion. Moreover, he added that he was whooping everybody, so he feels ecstatic that, mirroring his prowess, the Charlo Twins, too, emerged victorious.

However, whether ‘The Real Deal’s’ predictions will come true is still a thing for September 30, 2023.

What is your analysis of Jermell Charlo vs. Canelo Alvarez? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comment section below!

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Tanya Tewari is a Boxing Writer at Essentially Sports. She has beautifully blended her love for the combat sport with her fondness for writing. She is especially interested in bringing out the different sides of a persona to the rest of the world.
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