Edgar Berlanga Faces Off Against Trevor McCumby in 2025’s High-Stakes Bout

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Edgar Berlanga of Puerto Rico, once an impressive super middleweight title contender, is expected to return to boxing soon. There has been widespread talk that an anticipatied fight may take place on March 8 in his homeland following Canelo Alvarez’s unanimous decision victory on February 7. Berlanga managed 22 wins before suffering defeat on that night, ending up his professional record 22-1 as well.

Recent reports suggested Berlanga may face one of his former opponents again soon – in particular Caleb Plant, Diego Pacheco or Jaime Munguia have surfaced as potential 2025 opponents for him since his loss. One fighter from Yorkville Illinois called Trevor McCumby has publicly expressed interest in joining Berlanga; during an interaction with YSM Sports Media Trevor expressed this wish and stated he wanted a bout with Berlanga after suffering his ninth-round knockout by Plant last September.

McCumby shared his thoughts on Berlanga’s performance against Canelo, critiquing his lack of aggression and determination to secure a knockout. He stated his approach to fighting is to always aim for victory rather than merely surviving till the final bell. Even though he acknowledged Berlanga was up against an era-defining boxer in Canelo, McCumby believes he himself brings a more combative spirit to the ring.

The Illinois native also empathized with Berlanga’s situation against such a formidable opponent but continued to express his eagerness for a matchup. He aligns his philosophy of fighting with the intent to win, criticizing others who seem to diminish their efforts when facing top-tier opponents like Canelo.

Trevor McCumby Sets His Sights on Knockout Victory Over Edgar Berlanga

McCumby made another bold declaration regarding Berlanga in which he promised not only victory, but envisioned knockout as well. He touted his finishing ability by suggesting if Berlanga were caught as Canelo did, McCumby would press advantage and secure an assured win – though, given Berlanga’s more prominent opponents, its outcome remains uncertain.

Berlanga finds herself in an interesting predicament after McCumby’s public call-out puts his options for his next fight into sharp relief, leaving fans and boxing enthusiasts alike questioning if McCumby could pose an effective challenge to Berlanga should this encounter materialize.