Photo: Matt Thomas / Getty Images
For: Kike Frías Updated 03 May 2022, 18: 00 pm EDT
Shielded by his fans and to the rhythm of some mariachis, Mexican boxer Saúl ‘Canelo’ arrived in Las Vegas Álvarez , who will have another great professional challenge this Saturday, May 7, when he faces the Russian Dmitry Bivol in search of his WBA light heavyweight belt.
Smiling and cordial with those present who chanted his name, but with absolute concentration, the one from Guadalajara had a confrontation against his next opponent. It did not happen to majors, both respected each other from the beginning by shaking hands and calmly posing before the cameras of the media present.
“I am very happy, they always receive me very nicely. Thank you all for your support”, were the first words of Saúl after his moment with Bivol.
The great challenge that it means for Canelo to have passed the 168 pounds (76 kg) until 175 pounds (79 kg) for his fight on Saturday; The interviewer did not hesitate to question him about that aspect and what it means for him to play a match on the weekend to commemorate the Battle of Puebla, a very important date for Mexican boxers.
“It is a motivation and a challenge for me. It is part of my life and I take it that way, to continue making history doing what I love (…) it is what keeps me alive, I like adrenaline and being competitive”
Canelo Alvarez
And to further agitate those present, who were mostly in the Grand Arrivals for the Mexican, made it very clear that they can demand of him when he is in the ring: “Expect the best of me” .
A Alvarez he was seen to be very focused and in great shape, the result of the disciplined training he has with Eddy Reynoso at his San Diego camp, which was focused on moving up from intensity of the punch.
“I feel motivated, but I don’t pressure for the fight”, added Canelo Álvarez about the lawsuit against Bivol when it was his turn to give statements in English.
The mariachis themselves, a symbol of Mexican culture, played at the end of the round of questions and before answering questions to the media present.
Keep reading:
1238886269