Canelo Alvarez is one of the biggest stars in modern-day boxing. The fighter has amassed a record of 59 wins and 2 losses in his professional career. ‘Saul’ has racked up wins over Daniel Jacobs and Billy Joe Saunders. His speed combined with his power and accuracy makes him a nightmare for an opponent.
Besides his talent in the ring, the fighter is widely popular. Canelo Alvarez is a household name in the country of Mexico. Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, the boxer has gained immense popularity due to his presence. All of Alvarez’s bouts have witnessed the boxer representing his country. Fighting in an arena stage in his country is not considered an out-of-the-norm for the Mexican champion. His latest has not been different.
Canelo Alvarez’s latest fight was against British professional boxer John Ryder. The fight was set to be a 12-round contest for the super middleweight championship. This fight was seen as a test for Canelo. Following a loss against Russian boxer Dmitry Bivol, he was set to retire if he met failure in this bout. The fight was a 12-round battle for both fighters and fans were at the edge of their seat witnessing greatness. Disregarding the fight, the fans were quick to point out something else.
Canelo’s entrance to the ring was a royal theatrical moment for the fighter. The Mexican fighter wore an embroidered gold and black robe with a crown on his head. Prior to his entrance, the fighter was welcomed with a marching band. This was a celebratory moment for the Mexican fans in the arena.
Canelo Alvarez’s entrance in Mexico right now looks like the real coronation of a royal today.
— Luke Thomas🏋️♂️ (@lthomasnews) May 7, 2023Related: Why is Canelo Alvarez’s nickname ‘Brit Basher’? What is his record against British boxers?
Fans go off on Twitter witnessing Canelo Alvarez’s ring-walk
Canelo Alvarez’s latest fight against British boxer John Ryder was a much-anticipated bout. The Mexican fighter was set to test himself in this fight, as he said he would retire if Ryder emerged victorious. The bout was held in Saul’s birthplace, Guadalajara, Mexico. Besides the fight, Canelo’s ring walk was the talk of the town. The Mexican fans in the arena cheered him on as the theatrical events folded.
Fans reacted hilariously to the entrance. Popular boxing and MMA content creator Luke Thomas went on to tweet, “Canelo Alvarez’s entrance in Mexico right now looks like the real coronation of a royal today.” This tweet was in reference to Canelo’s Hollywood-esque entrance. The fighter was also greeted by a marching band holding flags to show their support for the champion.
Canelo Alvarez’s entrance in Mexico right now looks like the real coronation of a royal today.
— Luke Thomas🏋️♂️ (@lthomasnews) May 7, 2023You clearly don't know anything about monarchy
— Stacey Pearson (@Kilkoawdy) May 7, 2023With less stolen jewels, and no arrested protesters!!
— Six times!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (@joelfc82) May 7, 2023Yes but, was he born into after centuries of inbreeding?
— seeFseeShrek (@seeFseeShrek) May 7, 2023Yeah, the people actually like Canelo.
— dAl3 (@10G_Au) May 7, 2023Spectacular ring walk for Canelo Alvarez on his Mexico homecoming.
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) May 7, 2023Face of boxing ain’t no one doing entrances like him 🇲🇽🇲🇽
— ZaYPicks (@IssacGo97838905) May 7, 2023Canelo Alvarez beat John Ryder via a unanimous decision. Although Ryder met success in the later rounds, the Mexican champion managed to weather the storm and beat him. ‘Saul’ still owns the crown for the super middleweight champion of the world.
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