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A new confrontation was held between Billy Joe Saunders and Saúl ‘Canelo’ Álvarez just two days before the long-awaited fight. As expected, the lawsuit between the two continued. Part of the British strategy has consisted of trying to drive the Mexican out of place. And although the man from Guadalajara has remained calm, the tension in the environment is notorious.
The two had the opportunity to express themselves through words throughout the conference virtual that was made. Saunders attacked first , not without first highlighting the quality of Saúl Álvarez: “ Canelo has done brilliant things in boxing, he is a good champion, but there is a moment in life when you face a challenge, and when you forget where you come from, the difficulties that brought you here, that can be tricky. I think you have come across the wrong man “.
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The Briton dedicated himself to highlighting his gypsy origins, and the effort he has had to make since he was a child to obtain the opportunity of his life. He assured that “unlike some”, he is not going to show up to take the check and leave defeated. “ They (Canelo’s previous rivals) don’t have the heart, mind and IQ that I will present in the ring on Saturday “, he concluded.
Canelo Álvarez has transmitted tranquility since weeks before the duel. Without falling for the provocations of the British, he has remained in his line of ‘doing what he is used to doing’ and adding another victory to his record.
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May 5, 2021
At the press conference the Mexican did not hesitate: “ I have been in many important fights. For me it is one more day at the office. I come to win. Boxing is part of my life and I will show it ”.
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