Canelo Alvarez is currently preparing for one of the biggest fights in modern history when he takes on Terence Crawford.
Set to meet at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on September 13th, the two pound-for-pound stars will come together for the status of undisputed super middleweight champion.
Although Canelo is not considering Crawford as his toughest challenge, predictions for the fight have been divided. Many believe that ‘Bud’ coming up from super welterweight will be too much of a size difference, while others think Crawford is the more skilled fighter.
When asked about what aspect of boxing he dislikes the most, weight-related issues were not on the mind of the champion.
Canelo Alvarez expresses his dislike towards trash talk in boxing
In an interview with fellow former super middleweight champion Carl Froch, the Englishman asked Alvarez what part of boxing that he did not like.
“I dislike, but I understand, I dislike when boxers talk —- about other fighters,” Alvarez responded. “You know how [much] it takes to be a fighter, to make weight, the training camp and everything, and you talk —- about other fighter… That’s what I dislike.”
Alvarez then added that by focusing on other people, “you’re going to be unhappy for all your life,” before saying that your focus should only be on yourself, in relation to boxing.
The Mexican is often not a fighter who is associated with trash talk, unlike fighters such as Muhammad Ali and Floyd Mayweather. However, he has at times been involved in humorous back-and-forth with his opponents.
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Canelo Alvarez provides retirement update ahead of Terence Crawford clash
In the same interview with Froch, Alvarez was asked about his plans for retirement. The Mexican began his answer by responding that he feels great now, before saying, “I always say like 37 years old, I’m gone from boxing. So we’ll see.”
Alvarez, one of the greatest Mexican boxers of all time, is currently 34 years old and will turn 35 on July 18th, 2025. This means that should he stick to his plan, the champion will have just over two years left as a competitor in the ring.
Chris Eubank Jr. is one potential opponent that Alvarez may face before retiring. The Mexican may also want to once again try to claim light heavyweight gold by facing David Benavidez, who has expressed interest in such a fight.