Canelo called out by unbeaten fighter with 80% KO ratio: “I’m taking No 1 spot”
Super-middleweight king Canelo Alvarez faces a fresh challenge as an unbeaten contender, boasting an impressive 80% knockout ratio, has publicly declared intentions to seize his number one spot. This comes after Canelo's four-year reign at 168lbs reportedly ended with a loss to Terence Crawford in September 2025, suggesting a new era is dawning for the division's top fighters. The pressure is now on Canelo to confront this next generation of talent to solidify his legacy.
has been named as the top dog at super-middleweight, but has been told he must face the next generation of contenders in order to retain his status. The 35-year-old reigned supreme at 168lbs for the best part of four years, before losing his undisputed crown to Terence Crawford in September 2025. It was a legacy-defining […] The post Canelo called out by unbeaten fighter with 80% KO ratio: “I’m taking No 1 spot” appeared first on Boxing News.
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