Former world champion Canelo Alvarez has provided the biggest update yet on his future in the ring, claiming he is now more passionate than ever to fight again.
Now over a month removed from his most recent ring walk, Canelo Alvarez suffered a lopsided unanimous decision loss to Terence Crawford in the pair’s blockbuster undisputed super middleweight title fight.
Having suffered just his third pro loss following prior defeats to Dmitry Bivol and undefeated megastar Floyd Mayweather, Mexican star Canelo has been sidelined since through surgery.
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However, amid links to a host of fights, including a rematch with Crawford next, the Jalisco puncher has provided a new update on his return to boxing.
Canelo Alvarez claims his fighting career will continue
Expected to continue his recent partnership with Saudi royal adviser Turki Alalshikh in his return to the ring, Canelo has been linked with a laundry list of outings — including a career-first clash in the United Kingdom.
However, celebrating his 20th anniversary since his first professional bout, Canelo claimed the fire and passion he has for the sport is burning hotter than ever.
“20 years in, I still feel the same fire I had when I first stepped into the ring,” Canelo posted on Instagram. “Every victory and every challenge has made me who I am today. I’m deeply grateful to my family, fans and to Mexico — you’ve been my strength and my inspiration since day one.
“Everything I’ve achieved, I carry with the pride of my people,” Canelo continued. “The fight continues, and my passion is stronger than ever.”
Terence Crawford linked to showdown with Canelo Alvarez rival
With his own career in the ring still up in the air, Nebraska star Crawford has also been tied to a whole host of potential matchups next.
As well as potential historic title charges against a star tipped to prove a major problem for him, the Omaha pugilist has been offered a shootout by a former world champion Canelo outscored him with ease before their clash.
