Boxing Expert Dispels Myths on the Rumored Canelo Alvarez vs. Jake Paul Bout

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Canelo Alvarez will go head to head against Terence Crawford this September in their highly anticipated fight, leaving Alvarez’s usual May fight slot open and fuelling speculation of an unlikely bout between these two. There has also been talk about him facing YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul but evidence to confirm this match-up remains scarce and fans remain dubious as to its authenticity.

Boxing commentator Wade Plemons added his voice to the speculation, noting “if this were ever to occur, I expected it would happen YEARS from now.” Plemons further pointed to how Alvarez is currently champion; thus making such a matchup unlikely given his current title status. Plemons noted the increasing dialogue among respected journalists and analysts regarding this rumor; suggesting there could be something behind it beyond mere speculation: “I don’t know one way or the other; however too many respected journos and analysts talking for this to just be nothing,” adding that while we don’t yet know all details, while discussing all sides indicates something hasn’t gone unpunctively dismissed outright:

The speculation was further fueled by Mexican journalist Julianis Julius who hinted at an agreement already in place between Jake Paul and Canelo Alvarez for a May bout, though details remain unconfirmed.

Ariel Helwani’s Take on the Canelo vs. Paul Speculation

Distinguished MMA journalist Ariel Helwani also discussed the rumored fight during an episode of The Ariel Helwani Show, treating the news with a level of credibility. While not confirming the legitimacy of the reports himself, Helwani did not dismiss them as false either, intriguingly adding to the speculation around the potential high-profile matchup.

Alvarez and Jake Paul’s potential fight has generated much anticipation within the boxing community and has raised hopes that Alvarez may embark on another busy year in 2018. While opinions differ regarding its viability and importance to Alvarez as champion should the fight go forward. These reports have unquestionably generated plenty of excitement within boxing circles alike and it will surely peak interest across its entirety if/when confirmed by fight officials.

As sports fans and pundits eagerly anticipate an unlikely and much-discussed fight that they don’t see happening anytime soon, anticipation builds in response to an expected and highly publicized match-up between two stars from opposite factions that has garnered widespread media coverage in recent weeks. Fans and experts alike speculate over its outcome and possible outcomes and implications in what may become one of 2019’s most talked-about battles.