Edgar Berlanga is set for his first shot at a world title later this year.
However, this opportunity comes against one of boxing's best pound-for-pound fighters in the form of Saul "Canelo" Alvarez.
The two will meet for the WBA, WBC and WBO super middleweight titles on September 14 in Las Vegas, and despite Berlanga being undefeated in his 22 fights as a professional, Alvarez will be the favorite.
Tension between Alvarez and Berlanga is already building after the pair engaged in a heated Los Angeles press conference on Tuesday, and Berlanga explained where he felt this contest will be won and lost.
"The difference in this fight isn’t physical. It’s about IQ and intelligence in that ring. That’s gonna make the difference," Berlanga said.
"You could have all the power in the world, but at this level, it’s about intelligence.
“On September 14, it’s fireworks. He sees it in my eyes. I’m never scared. I’m coming to take his spot in this sport.”
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