Canelo Alvarez Loses His Ibf Super-middleweight Title Ahead Of His Las Vegas Showdown With Edgar Berlanga On September 14, Where He Will Defend His Remaining 168-pound Titles

Canelo Alvarez Reportedly Stripped of IBF Super Middleweight Title Ahead of Berlanga Bout


In a dramatic turn of events, boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez is set to defend his multiple super middleweight titles against Edgar Berlanga on September 14 in Las Vegas, but without his IBF crown. The International Boxing Federation has reportedly stripped Alvarez of his IBF super middleweight title due to a mandatory defense delay against top contender William Scull, as reported by ESPN.


IBF President Daryl Peoples confirmed, “Once we officially notify the involved parties we will issue a statement,” hinting at the impending decision to order a fight between Scull and Vladimir Shiskin.


Despite the setback, Alvarez (61-2-2, 39 KOs) remains focused on his upcoming bout at T-Mobile Arena, where he will put his WBC, WBA, and WBO 168-pound titles on the line against Berlanga (22-0, 17 KOs). Berlanga, known for his explosive power and undefeated streak, represents Puerto Rico and is currently ranked No. 1 by the WBA in the super middleweight division.


The news comes amidst speculation surrounding Alvarez’s future opponents, including discussions with former champion David Benavidez, who recently moved up to light heavyweight following a victory over Oleksandr Gvozdyk. Benavidez, eager for a showdown with Alvarez, expressed interest in potentially returning to the 168-pound division for a shot at becoming a four-time world champion.

Alvarez’s recent performances, including a dominant win over Jaime Munguia, underscore his status as one of boxing’s greatest talents. His upcoming clash with Berlanga promises to be another highlight in his illustrious career, despite the IBF title’s absence from the lineup.

As the boxing world awaits further developments, Alvarez continues to prove his mettle as a formidable force in the sport, showcasing his skills and determination with each fight.