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239-Lbs Daniel Dubois Reveals What It Was Like Doing Gymnastics Before He Started Boxing

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Daniel Dubois looks like the perfect heavyweight prototype boxer. He is big at 6’5 feet, his punches have enough power to win him fights via knockouts and he has put on enough muscles to scare anyone off just by his mere sighting. With a record of 21-2 and holding the IBF interim World Heavyweight Championship belt, it is clear that ‘Dynamite’ was made for boxing and nothing else. So, it was shocking to hear when Dubois talked about his other interests and sports he used to play before boxing. He comes from a family that loves sports and has tried a few sports in his younger days.

One of the sports mentioned by the 27-year-old took everyone by surprise and created a rather hilarious moment. Ahead of his much-awaited fight against Anthony Joshua, Dubois sat down with DAZN for an interview. After a while, the interviewer asked Dubois about his backup plan “Did you always want to box? Was there anything else that Daniel Dubois would be doing?.” The Greenwich resident mentioned his family and how he loves sports. “We love sports, I love sports, Dubois stated, mentioning his family and their love for sports.

Dubois comes from a sports-loving family and almost everyone in his family is an athlete. His love for boxing comes from his father and Dave Dubois. Dave was the reason that the IBF interim champion took on the gloves and certainly, that was the right decision for him. Furthermore, Dubois’ sister Caroline Dubois is tearing up the lightweight division in women’s boxing and currently holds the IBO and WBC world lightweight championship with an undefeated 10-0 record. Daniel Dubois’ younger brother, Prince Dubois, also had a short career in boxing for a year.

With boxing so far embroiled in their blood, it was a funny moment when Dubois mentioned that he used to do gymnastics. The whole room erupted in laughter with the boxer himself, seeing the irony in the situation.

Daniel Dubois’s experience in gymnastic

The 6’5 feet boxer mentioned the several sports he used to play in college. He was part of the swimming team and also tried gymnastics. “I used to do swimming. I even tried a bit of gymnastics.” The interviewer couldn’t control his laughter as he tried to imagine the huge frame of Dubois on the parallel bar trying to do a flip. “Imagine you 20 stone,” said the interviewer with the biggest laughter on his face.

Dubois accepted the fact that he was not good at it and struggled. ” I was very stiff, to be honest. I gave it a go,” stated the boxer, accepting the fact that gymnastics was not for him. Maybe him trying all these different sports strengthened his resolve and cleared his mind about boxing and the rest of his history.

 

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Daniel Dubois Sums Up His Strategy to Beat Anthony Joshua in Four Words

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Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois is going to be like an earthquake which the whole world will see while staying still. This fight on September 21 will mark the return of Joshua at Wembley Stadium since 2018. He would like to defend his IBF Heavyweight title against his fellow countryman Dubois successfully. On the other hand, Dubois knows that he might get an opportunity like this again and the ‘Dynamite’ is ready to blow off.

The event will mark the debut of the Riyadh season in the UK and both of these fighters will have a big responsibility to deliver. Ahead of the fight week, both Dubois and Joshua opened up about the fight and while AJ had a calm and composed approach towards the fight, Dubois had something else planned. The Greenwich resident has no plans to go easy against his fellow Londoner and wants the IBF World heavyweight championship at all costs, and he wants to do it in the only way he knows.

No Words, Just Punches: Dynamite plan to crack AJ

A week before the fight, Sky Sports interviewed both fighters about the fight and asked about their strategy for this fight. Dubois looked completely focused on the event and plans to communicate through his punches. As the interviewer asked about how will he “get the better of AJ?” The Greenwich resident wasted no time in stating that he would attack as soon as the bell rang. “Punch him in the head fast. Crack him,” replied Dubois, wanting to finish the fight in the early rounds.

The interviewer persisted and asked Dubois to “give us a little insight on how will you go about things?” But the 6’5 feet boxer was in no mood to talk or he just wanted to keep the strategy hidden as he stated, “No Words, Just Punches,” in a slightly devious manner. But by this interaction, it is clear that this fight will be deadly and the winner must have to dive deep into his conscience.

If it was any other boxer, this strategy of just punches might not have worked. But there is a reason Daniel Dubois is called ‘Dynamite.’ Former British professional boxer Richie Woodhall explained why this strategy sounds solid for the challenger.

Daniel Dubois: Best jab in heavyweight division

According to Woodhall, Dubois’ “jab is the best jab in the Heavyweight division today…by far!” In the AJ v Dubois: The Breakdown on TNT Sport, the former WBC super-middleweight champion further explained that most boxers use the jab as a way to set up their back punch. But “Daniel’s jab is a hurtful punch. It is not just a point scorer, it’s actually knocking heavyweights backwards. That is some jab.” He further added that the timing and precision of these jabs make it ten times more effective.

This analysis becomes more accurate when you consider the fact that Dubois has won 20 fights via knockout and only 1 has gone to decision. Having 95% of your career win via knockout puts you in a league above everyone else and very few have that kind of power. Both are knockout artists, and Joshua is not far behind Dubois; he proved himself during the mere 2-round KO win against Francis Ngannou. Both these fighters are in the best shape of their lives and the fight between these two giants is going to be bloody.

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‘Friendship Is Over’: Tiger Woods’s Emotional Mark O’Meara Moment Comes to Light as Hall of Famer Revisits a Decades-Old Rivalry

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This practically defines the dynamics Mark O’Meara and Tiger Woods have had for decades. Their friendship began when a young Woods moved next to him in Orlando’s exclusive Isleworth enclave and O’Maera treated him like a little brother. “So that’s how I would correlate my relationship and what Tiger meant to me and the reason why I felt like I wouldn’t have won those two majors possibly at 41, if he hadn’t come into my life,” he once said.

They pretty much practiced all the golfing swings ahead of the tournaments together and struck an unlikely connection. One was 22 years old and an eligible bachelor and the other was 41, married, and had two kids. The latter, who is now 67 has decided to retire and spoke to ‘Golf Today’ regarding his decision. While doing so, he made sure to share a small anecdote regarding his dear friend, Tiger Woods.

At the 1998 Cisco World Match Play Championship, Mark O’Maera defeated Vijay Singh, but the next day, he and Woods were supposed to play in the finals. The night before the finals, the two friends had dinner together and Tiger Woods was very excited about facing his friend, though O’Maera was nervous about losing. What happened next?

Tiger got out there and next thing you know he is like 5-under through seven holes. He has got fist pumping going on… I look over, I say, ‘Look, there’s a lot of people out here. They are out here to see you show. You gotta slow down’. He goes, ‘Well, play then’. I am like, ‘I am trying to’. … I hit a good tee shot. I hit it about two and a half feet, he hit it on the back edge. He putted it down to about three feet. And as you can see, he made me putt this putt.”

But what took place next was something the duo can laugh about today.

“I looked over to him before I was going to putt it and I said, ‘Tiger, … you are not going to make me putt this, are you?’ And he looked over and he goes, ‘You haven’t won a hole yet, have you?’ And I was like, ‘Oh my god’ and I made it and then as I was walking off the green, I went right to him with a mean look on my face and I told him, I said, ‘Let me tell you something… ‘If you ever make me putt a putt like that again, our friendship is over. Do you understand what I am saying?’”

Well, Mark O’Maera ended up winning, and with that, he also became the oldest player to win the event.

Tiger Woods really wanted to win against Mark O’Maera

While Woods’s skills may have pushed O’Maera to give his best, the latter understood that Woods really wanted to win. When the younger player refused to concede the two-and-a-half-foot putt, O’Meara knew this was no friendly competition. But it seems like Woods experienced bad luck.

After a poor drive at the 17th, the younger golfer was struggling to make a birdie. Somewhere, he knew he needed to do more when he holed from ten feet. But both the golfers found bunkers at the last and had to lay up. Though Woods hit his pitch to eight feet from the light rough, O’Meara saw his spin back off the green from the fairway.

He then negotiated the collar and a double break, but the 18-foot putt slipped in to give the older golfer the victory. Do you know what happened next? O’Maera turned to Tiger Woods and said, “I am sorry someone has to lose a match like that.” Well, someone finally got their revenge.

This also reminds us of their clash in The 127th Open at Royal Birkdale in 1998. Young stars Tiger Woods and Justin Rose commanded a lot of attention, but O’Maera’s experience enabled him to win the title. What’s interesting is that just three months before this event, Tiger Woods had given O’Maera a green jacket upon winning the Masters.

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Simone Biles’ Crew Might Have Saved Jordan Chiles Lost Bronze Medal Chances as New Evidence Surfaces

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The Paris Olympics ended over a month ago, but Jordan Chiles‘ bronze medal controversy hasn’t. Every development ends with a cliffhanger, keeping the gymnastics community on tenterhooks as to— what’s next? But, over a month later, the American side is still not backing down. As they continue to fight for the gymnast’s floor exercise medal, Chiles herself is headlining that battle!

But it’s her best friend Simone Biles to the rescue once again! You ask how? Well, after Jordan Chiles submitted an appeal to the Swiss Federal Supreme Court recently, a new video has now emerged. Does it put an end to all speculations regarding the time of the appeal? Possibly.

As seen in a video posted by Gymnastics Now on X, Chiles’ floor-exercise scores get posted at the 15:31:53 stamp of the video. Cecile Landi is heard shouting twice, “Inquiry for Jordan,” until she finally turns back from the appeal table at 15:32:55. This implies that Cecile seems to have appealed within the 1-minute bar. But the loose end was left from the other side. As it looked like the person receiving the inquiry was having trouble hearing it at first.

This video is nothing but the same evidence with which the appeal is now filed by Chiles before the Swiss Federal Supreme Court. And guess what is the source of the audio in it, which plays a game-changing part in the whole fiasco? Well, it’s none other than Simone Biles’ Netflix documentary crew that followed her to Paris, per the Washington Post.

As the second season of Simone Biles’ Rising is ready to air on October 25, episodes 3 and 4 of it document the gymnast’s journey from the U.S. Olympic Team Trials, to what she chronicles on the Paris mats. Thus, it’s the same shoot that seems to have come in handy for the latest audio.

Even though the camera remains blank while Cecile Landi shouts for Jordan Chiles’ appeals, her words are clear and distinct. Also, as seen in the X post, the OBS Broadcast cam shows Cecile leaving towards the table at 1:32.39. After which the first inquiry is heard a second later, while the next one at 1:32.48. Both these times, Cecile is not in the camera view, so her location and proximity to the table remain doubtful. However, the appeals are clearly heard within the 1-minute deadline.

Jordan Chiles’ bronze battle garners Nike Lawyer’s support

Over a month after the floor exercise finale, on September 16, Chiles decided to resume her tussle for the bronze medal that she was awarded and later revoked. As reported by Business Wire, her appeal constitutes an urge to reconsider the verdict provided by the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS). Backed by a strong will and concrete evidence this time, Jordan Chiles also has a veteran’s support. And he’s none other than, Maurice Suh.

Suh, the lawyer came to Nike’s rescue, aiding them to win the $20 million lawsuit against Odell Beckham JR. And now, it has come to the fore that Maurice Suh’s partner firm, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher has helped Chiles file the appeal. A part of it states that the CAS has denied the gymnast the ‘right to be heard.’

This possibly comes against the background of a prior statement that read, “USA Gymnastics was notified by the Court of Arbitration of Sport (CAS) on Monday that their rules do not allow for an arbitral award to be reconsidered even when conclusive new evidence is presented.” 

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Dana White Faces Ultimate Shade From Canelo Alvarez’s Co-Promoter Over Trailblazing Idea for UFC 306 at the Sphere

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UFC Noche (306) is set to be a historic event, but not without some serious challenges. Named in honor of Mexican Independence Day, the fight night is designed to cater specifically to the Mexican audience, and UFC has pulled out all the stops to make it unforgettable. This isn’t just another event—it’s the first-ever UFC fight card held at the iconic ‘Sphere’ in Las Vegas, promising a groundbreaking audio-visual experience that fans have never seen before. In terms of spectacle, it’s a game-changer.

But this ambitious event has come at a steep price. Dana White and the UFC have reportedly poured a staggering $20 million into UFC 306, making it one of the most expensive investments for a single fight card. However, their grand plans have been overshadowed by a huge hiccup—Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez, Mexico’s biggest combat sports star, is fighting on the same night in the same city. This clash of titans has undoubtedly drawn attention away from UFC Noche, forcing the UFC to share the spotlight with one of the biggest names in boxing.

To make matters worse, Tom Brown, the co-promoter of the Canelo fight, hasn’t hesitated to twist the knife, rubbing salt into the UFC’s wounds. With so much on the line, UFC 306’s success is now in question, and the competition from Canelo’s fight may just have made Dana White second-guess that massive investment.

In a battle for viewership on Mexican Independence Day, it’s anyone’s guess which event will reign supreme.

Canelo Alvarez fight co-promoter ridicules Dana White’s production choices for UFC 306

Speaking at the pre-fight press conference of the Canelo-Berlanga card, TGB Promotions President Tom Brown began by throwing shade at Dana Whtie and co. over their unique plans for the UFC  306 card. The UFC, after all, has announced that it plans to have ninety-minute clips on Mexico’s contribution to combat sports in between the bouts, which will take place in different ‘worlds.’

And Brown thinks the UFC is doing this because it’s a fun thing to honor Mexico and because they need to do it. Why? Quite simply because the Noche card doesn’t have anyone the caliber and superstardom of ‘Canelo’ on the card. And the UFC is trying to make up for the purported lack of talent on Canelo’s level with what Brown implied were ‘gimmicks.’

Its a great card top to bottom. Ot truly is what big time boxing’s all about. We dont need movies and acts playing in between our fights. Having a Mexican superstar, a pound for pound great, and boxing’s biggest star today, Canelo Alvarez headlining on Mexican Independence Day weekend. It just doesn’t get any bigger than that,” he said.

At first glance, Brown’s accusations may ring true since the UFC has never done anything like this for an event. However, it is important to remember that ‘The Sphere’, with its huge wraparound screens will be the most distinctive live event experience for a live audience. But it is almost impossible to provide the same (or even similar) experience to the people watching at home. And it is to make the card special for them and give them a unique viewing experience (and appease the Mexican fans), that the UFC has decided to incorporate the unique production choices. While Brown may be doing his job as a promoter by talking down the competition, the UFC’s actions and the ticket sales for UFC 306 indeed prove yet again that ‘Canelo’ is the king of Mexican fighters.

UFC to honor ‘Canelo’ at Noche card

As any fight fan knows, Mexican boxing boasts a century-long legacy, and the country has produced some of the sport’s greatest champions—second only to the United States. Leading the charge for Mexican boxing today is none other than Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez, arguably the biggest name in the sport worldwide, not just in Mexico.

So when the UFC decided to honor Mexican combat sports with their UFC Noche event, it was almost impossible to ignore Canelo’s towering presence, even though he’ll be competing against them on the same night. UFC Noche, packed with Mexican fighters, aims to celebrate the country’s rich combat sports heritage, but even with the UFC’s best efforts, no one on their card comes close to rivaling Alvarez’s star power. After all, MMA is only three decades old—Canelo has been a global icon for longer than some of the fighters on the UFC roster have been alive.

The sheer influence of Alvarez is evident in UFC 306’s lagging ticket sales. Prices have dropped significantly, in some cases up to fourfold, over the last week. While some point to the original steep pricing for the Sphere’s debut event, it’s hard to ignore the timing of Canelo’s fight in the same city on the same night. Would UFC 306’s ticket sales have been stronger if it weren’t competing against a living legend? That’s up for debate, but one thing is clear—Canelo’s shadow looms large over UFC Noche.

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Not Wanting to Live a Boxer’s Miserable Life, Michael Jai White Reveals How Floyd Mayweather Changed His Mind

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Boxing is a demanding sport. The wear and tear that a boxer acquires in their boxing career stays with him till the end of their life. The damages are not only physical but also affect the mental health of the fighter. Over the years, there have been countless cases of a retired boxer suffering from random mood swings, rage reactions, and even chronic traumatic problems.

This is the case with almost every combat sport. The career can pass on an adrenaline high, but the scares begin to appear as the rush dies down. That is why a successful career after retirement for a boxer is not only a rarity but also a surprise. Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather is one of the few examples who has turned their fortunes around after retirement and it impresses even American actor Michael Jai White.

Moves that nobody knows about

During a sit-down interview with Ukrainian host DJ Vlad, the conversation shifted to the often grim realities that boxers face after retirement. Vlad delved into how the physical and mental toll of the sport leaves fighters struggling long after their careers end, pointing out that the average person would want to avoid such a fate at all costs. The interviewer then zeroed in on Floyd Mayweather, one of the sport’s biggest names, and asked White for his opinion on Mayweather’s post-retirement career.

White was impressed and a tad bit surprised by how ‘Money’ handled his career after retirement. We know about the business ventures and exhibition fights Mayweather has participated in since his retirement. But according to the American actor, that is just the tip of the surface. “He is making moves nobody ever gonna know about. He’s doing so many things. So, he is playing chess man. I can’t think of any other boxer who’s done and still doing things that he is doing,” the Never Back Down star stated.

He further acknowledged the smart moves Mayweather has made post-retirement and how impressively the latter has showcased his life to the outside world. “He presents something on the surface that everybody’s focused on. But that is just a subterfuge for doing things you wanna do,” added the actor in an impressed manner.

Well, this is not the first time that chess has been associated with Mayweather. A few years ago, the boxer himself admitted that chess is an important part of his life and has saved him countless times.

Chess saved Floyd Mayweather’s life

In 2013, after his World championship victory over Canelo Alvarez, Mayweather appeared in a reality TV show. In the show, Money talked about the positive impact of chess, not only on his life but on the lives of every kid in a tough neighborhood. ” You’ve got to understand, for kids in a tough neighborhood, chess is the only way out,” the world champion stated.

According to Mayweather, chess is the only way for these young kids to tackle life problems. It gives them a perspective and opens a few doors for their future.

 

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Stephen Fulton vs. Carlos Castro Stats Comparison and Prediction: Record, Age, Height, Reach, Weight, and Knockout Ratio

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There was this unusual visual of Stephen Fulton gasping and clinging to the hope of making it through the fight. The fighter, who is used to sailing through fights, was outmatched and outclassed when he fought Naoya Inoue last July. Since then, there have been questions about his future and his tough path back to championship glory. But the Philadelphia native will be back in the squared circle in the hopes of mounting another challenge. This time in a new division. Will his new endeavor prove successful? Or will he succumb to another loss, effectively curtailing his career?

The fans will find it out this September 14 when the former unified super bantamweight champion takes center stage on the Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga bill and fights Carlos Castro. The featherweight fight offers fans a stylistic matchup between a pure boxer vs. a skilled technician. Before the fight with high stakes and title implications at 126 goes live, let’s have a look at how the two boxers stack up.

Stephen Fulton vs. Carlos Castro: Tale of Tape

Fulton was the yardstick to measure any fighter’s boxing prowess and skill set when he reigned supreme at 122. At 30, he still carries the same persona. But now it has a minor dent after the loss to Inoue. That fight also snapped his undefeated record, and the Philadelphia native now has a record of 21-1 with 8 KOs. However, that doesn’t take away his superior speed and his precise hitting, which allowed him to dictate the pace of the fights and churn out decision wins.

What has worked best for the former champion is his ability to break down his opponents throughout 12 rounds, and his KO ratio of also 38.1% shows a similar picture. In addition, Fulton has the dimensions of height 5’6½” (169 cm) and a reach of 70½” (179 cm) to impose his will on the foes. It allowed him to fight his technical style with quicker body movements and high-volume punching. But will it be enough to do the same at 126 and against a fighter more experienced than himself?

Castro, at 30, has witnessed the vagaries of both super bantamweight and featherweight divisions. A fighter with a perfect blend of aggression and a calm head, he exhibited all the markings of a future champion. The Phoenix native’s KO ratio of 46.67% also adds to his allure. But whenever put on the biggest stage, he faltered. The consecutive losses against former world champions, such as Luis Nery and Brandon Figueroa, tumbled him to 30-2-0 with 14 KOs. He has shown resilience, bounced back, and again finds himself in a position to challenge for the position at the top. What’s more? Castro carries the size advantage despite having similar dimensions of height 5’7″ (170 cm) and a reach of 70.0″ (178 cm). But will it help him gain an advantage over Fulton?

Prediction: Where will the fight be won?

Fulton took some time off after his defeat to Inoue and made some changes. His move up to featherweight was first. He also switched his trainer to Bozy Ennis, manager and trainer of Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis, and he spent the last year adding more weapons to his arsenal and more power behind his punches. It was something he lacked in his last fight. But what separates ‘Cool Boy Steph’ from the rest is his speed and his ability to use his piston left jab, which he uses to maintain distance and follow those with huge right hands. Fulton’s combination of left hooks and right uppercuts is lethal and has helped him dismantle his competitors.

Castro, at 30, has witnessed the vagaries of both super bantamweight and featherweight divisions. A fighter with a perfect blend of aggression and a calm head, he exhibited all the markings of a future champion. The Phoenix native’s KO ratio of 46.67% also adds to his allure. But whenever put on the biggest stage, he faltered. The consecutive losses against former world champions, such as Luis Nery and Brandon Figueroa, tumbled him to 30-2-0 with 14 KOs. He has shown resilience, bounced back, and again finds himself in a position to challenge for the position at the top. What’s more? Castro carries the size advantage despite having similar dimensions of height 5’7″ (170 cm) and a reach of 70.0″ (178 cm). But will it help him gain an advantage over Fulton?

Prediction: Where will the fight be won?

Fulton took some time off after his defeat to Inoue and made some changes. His move up to featherweight was first. He also switched his trainer to Bozy Ennis, manager and trainer of Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis, and he spent the last year adding more weapons to his arsenal and more power behind his punches. It was something he lacked in his last fight. But what separates ‘Cool Boy Steph’ from the rest is his speed and his ability to use his piston left jab, which he uses to maintain distance and follow those with huge right hands. Fulton’s combination of left hooks and right uppercuts is lethal and has helped him dismantle his competitors.

Interestingly, Fulton has registered a win against Figueroa, who handed Castro his second loss, and has a reputation for being an aggressive fighter. Fulton found regular openings in Figueroa’s defense and controlled the complete fight. You can expect him to do the same against Castro and bag the win and raise the alarm for other champions at 126.

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Canelo Alvarez to End His Respected 3.5-Year Streak Just by Stepping Into the Ring Against Edgar Berlanga

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Canelo Alvarez has an impressive resume, to say the least. He has fought against and defeated almost everyone who has laid eyes on his prized titles. The Mexican boxer has been holding all three titles since 2021 and is in no mood to stop now.

For the past 3 years, the unified champion has been fighting against the best fighters the boxing world has to offer. During these defenses, he somehow created a record unintentionally that not only shows his might but also the level he holds in the boxing world. But that glorious streak by Canelo will be broken as soon as he steps into the ring to fight Edgar Berlanga on Saturday. The fight is scheduled to take place in T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, and both of these fighters are excited for it.

A streak like never before

After defeating Caleb Plant in 2021, Canelo did the unthinkable and unified all four major super-middleweight titles to become the undisputed champion. Since then, Canelo has been undefeated, and the only loss in his long career came against Floyd Mayweather back in 2013. The Jalisco, Mexico native has improved miles since that bout and is closing on a target set by Mayweather during his career.

Mayweather has defeated 22 world champions in his career so far, and Canelo is creeping behind that record with 19 wins over world champions. In fact, for the past three and a half years, Canelo Alvarez has only been fighting world champions or former world champions. However, this streak will come to an end when he faces Berlanga, as it’s the latter’s first title fight in his short career.

The Mexican legend is showing no signs of slowing down and will have plenty of time to beat Mayweather’s record. But within touching distance of such a prestigious record, the question has to be asked: Why did Canelo choose Berlanga?

Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga: fight for a payday?

Alvarez has nothing to prove to the boxing world, and he has already achieved everything. It is public knowledge that Alvarez has snubbed two former champions, Terrence Crawford and David Benavidez‘s challenges, quoting an unbelievable price to each of them.

There was lots of criticism against the champion, but he paid no deed to it as he is at a stage of a career where he can sit back and relax and fight for a heavy paycheck. The fight against Berlanga did not seem much of a challenge to Canelo, but the champion thought of the challenger as a credible threat. And with constant talking and smacking, “The Chosen One” has made Canelo excited for the fight.

In an interview with DAZN, Canelo made it clear why he wants to fight Berlanga and touted Mexico vs. Puerto Rico’s history as one of the main reasons. “I think it’s a good fight because you know Mexico versus Puerto Rico, there is history there.” Furthermore, the champion is impressed with Berlanga’s speed and size but considers it “nothing new for me.”

No matter what, the fans are promised to see an exciting fight between two great athletes.

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Anthony Joshua Has Only One Thing to Say About the Deontay Wilder Fight

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Anthony Joshua has been on a tear recently and is preparing to fight against Daniel Dubois for the IBF Heavyweight championship. The fight is scheduled at Wembley Stadium on 21 September, and ‘AJ’ would like to win that title for the third time. However, there is a fight that fans may never get to see again. Or will they?

Millions of boxing fans eagerly awaited a bout between Joshua and Deontay Wilder. It was supposed to be a juggernaut clash when both fighters were still holding titles. It was supposed to be a super fight but failed negotiations and other factors constantly prevented the clash from happening. Between 2017 and 2019, there were several attempts to make the fight a reality, but it never materialized. Eventually, ‘AJ’ surrendered his unified title to Oleksandr Usyk and Wilder lost his title to Tyson Fury. And with Wilder’s recent form in a rut, fans lost all hope for the clash, but Joshua himself hasn’t lost it yet.

No bright lights, no trash talks, just a fight

‘AJ’ is preparing for his IBF heavyweight title fight and is focused on that as a priority. With his victory against Francis Ngannou, the Londoner is in quite a form and would like to get his heavyweight crown back for the third time. But there is still a regret in his mind that he was never able to face Wilder. After all, it was a clash that not only the fans wanted, but these two boxers were desperate for as well.

And even though the chances are slim, ‘AJ’ is hopeful for the juggernaut clash against Wilder and still wants the fight to happen. In an interview with DAZN, the former unified champion was asked by Ade Oladipo if he felt annoyed that the fight against Wilder could not happen. AJ replied, “The fight could still happen. For me, why not? I’ve always said it’s not a big deal for me. Strip away the bright lights and the trash talk, it’s only a fight. So yeah I’d fight Wilder.” 

Joshua seemed motivated and excited about the grudge match. But as he revealed, he is focused on the title fight right now, but after that, he has the rest of the calendar year open and if Deontay Wilder can regain his form, we might finally see the clash happening. But is it too late for that fight as the difference between the quality became visible during the Day of Reckoning event last year?

Anthony Joshua vs Deontay Wilder: Inevitable That Never Happened

It is not like that the two fighters never reached an agreement to fight. There were plans for these two to face each other in Saudi Arabia as they both signed a contract. The plan for them was to face each other in 2024 and AJ won against Otto Wallin as per the plan.

The problem arose from Wilder’s side as he suffered a shocking defeat to Joseph Parker. Another chance was given to the ‘Bronze Bomber’ but he lost his second consecutive match on the go, against Zhilei Zhang in just five rounds. This loss not only put an end to the inevitable clash but also raised concerns regarding Wilder’s future in boxing.

Meanwhile, Joshua is on a decent run right now, with four consecutive victories after his loss to Usyk. He might even challenge Usyk for a rematch for the undisputed championship if he can defeat Dubois. But the Bronze Bomber is 38 years old now and, with two consecutive losses on his card, fans are expecting a retirement announcement from the knockout artist, rather than a fight against Joshua. Many things have to fall into the right place for the fight to happen. But we have seen many seemingly impossible clashes in boxing before, and with hope, this fight might also become a reality.

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Curious Simone Biles’ Surprising ‘Cheerleaders’ Question Raises Debate Among Fans: ‘Want a Comparison Video’

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Simone Biles isn’t just the most decorated gymnast in U.S. Olympic history—she’s the reigning queen of gymnastics globally. Her throne isn’t just built on a dazzling medal count but on her game-changing impact on the sport. Recently, though, she’s been caught up in a whirlwind of controversy. From the Paris Olympics, where not saluting the judges long enough cost her penalty points in balance beam, to Chicago fans reacting to her wearing a Packers jacket, the spotlight has turned a bit stormy for this legendary athlete.

And now Biles has sparked another round of controversy, this time with her remarks on cheerleading. Her comments have ignited a lively debate, with some cheering her on while others feel she’s downplaying the skill and athleticism involved. As someone who has redefined gymnastics and inspired countless athletes, Biles’ words carry weight, which has made the cheerleading community even more vocal in response. So, what exactly did Biles say to spark all this buzz?
In a recent Instagram thread on September 7, Simone Biles stirred the pot by asking, “Why can’t cheerleaders do a proper standing full?” Her comment sparked a lively debate, with some rallying behind her while others weren’t quite on board, creating a buzz across the community.

So, what is a standing full? It’s a high-level aerial stunt often seen in gymnastics and cheerleading. While gymnasts and cheerleaders might make it look effortless, this advanced move demands serious tumbling skills and a strong foundation in gymnastics to pull off flawlessly.

But it seems not everyone is vibing with her comment. Let’s dive into what fans and users are saying about it—there’s definitely a range of opinions out there!

Fans weigh in on Simone Biles’ cheerleading comment

One user jumped into the comments, highlighting Simone Biles’ exceptional nature with a remark that said, “Honey, no one else is you! You are amazing, and having you as a standard must make most girls just turn around and go back to bed every morning.” And honestly, who could argue? With 11 Olympic medals and 30 World Championship titles, Simone Biles is a total legend in gymnastics, setting a bar that’s tough for anyone to reach.

Another commenter chimed in, saying, “Now I want to see a comparison video.” It’s no surprise that Simone Biles would nail the standing full, given her incredible skills. After all, she’s a vault and floor queen, with the Yurchenko double pike being officially dubbed Biles II. A side-by-side video might just showcase her unmatched prowess in all its glory.

Another user wasn’t entirely on board, pointing out, “Different sport.” Sure, gymnastics and cheerleading are distinct, but they share similarities in techniques and acrobatics. And as for Simone Biles? Her three gold medals and one bronze from the 2024 Olympics speak volumes about her exceptional skill and versatility.

One user remarked, ⁠”Recognize your platform, many young cheerleaders look up to you. This is an inside thought when you have millions of followers… unless your mo is to cause controversy then all power to you boo.” With over 12 million Instagram followers, Simone Biles commands a massive audience, thanks to her legendary status as the GOAT of gymnastics. Starting her journey at just six years old, she’s since cemented her place in history, and as they say, the rest is now history. Her massive following also owes much to her athletic clothing line, “Because I Can,” with the Athleta brand. On top of that, she’s constantly making waves with trending reels and stepping boldly into the fashion world. Simone Biles isn’t just a gymnastics legend; she’s also a style icon, blending athletic prowess with a flair for fashion.

When Simone Biles isn’t wowing everyone with her gymnastics moves, she’s giving fans the lowdown on her beauty routine. She’s sharing all her hair and makeup secrets that keep her looking fierce, whether she’s on the mat or off. As the new brand ambassador for K18 Hair, she’s also opening up about her hair journey, giving us a peek into her stylish world and gaining the fandom.

As the comments keep rolling in, everyone’s got their own take on Simone Biles’ remark.

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