Oscar De La Hoya: “I think [Jermall] Charlo has made his way to Canelo”

By: Hans Themistode

For the past few years, Jermall Charlo has begged Canelo Alvarez to take on him in the ring. However, despite his fervent pleas, the Mexican star regularly looks his way.

Although Charlo has enjoyed a hugely successful career, including two world championships and an increasing trend of concussion knockouts, some in the boxing world are under the impression that the Houston-born player is the one. has yet to prove himself worthy of the hit against Alvarez.

In 2018, after three winning title defenses at 154 pounds, Charlo opted to do six pounds north. Shortly after the expert boxer officially hit 160 pounds, he was crowned the WBC interim title after a second-round victory over Hugo Centeno Jr. Soon after, Charlo was promoted to full tier alongside Alvarez, who held the title, elevated to the “Friday Champion”.

Like his championship at 154 pounds, Charlo virtually exploded throughout the competition. As a result, not only did longtime promoter Oscar De La Hoya take notice, but more importantly, he believes Charlo has earned his win.

De La Hoya told KO Artist Sports in a recent interview: “I think Charlo just made his way to Canelo, just like now. “Charlo is one of those late bloomers. He is a great champion. There are warriors who became famous later in their careers. You have to really set yourself up. Now is the perfect time to make that fight. ”

As first reported by ESPN’s Mike Coppinger, Alvarez is currently locked in intense negotiations with the Charlo team. The plan seems to be for Alvarez to defend his undisputed super-average title against Houston’s production on Cinco De Mayo over the weekend.

Although Charlo is currently moving one weight lower, he has stated on countless occasions that if he can secure a match against Alvarez, he will gladly move up in the weight division to challenge for the title. British star.

If negotiations continue to go smoothly, Charlo could very well land a duel he has been craving for years.