Caleb Plant said that in order to face the Mexican in September, he must first defeat Billy Joe Saunders in May and thus unify the four titles in the division.
USA – Caleb plant assured that for the first time in history there will be a fighter joining the four titles in the £ 168 division, Super Middlemen and, contrary to what many believe, there will be no Canelo Alvarez, except.
After three defenses of the championship supported by the International Boxing Federation, the American revealed ESPN KNOCKOUT that he would not enter the ring until after the battle Canelo Alvarez Yes Billy Joe Saunders May 8 and, if the Mexican wins, he knows that this will be his next goal and there he will leave body and soul in search of history.
“First (Canelo) has to beat Billy Joe Saunders in May, if he can get past him and get the belt, we hope we can fight in September and give the fans what they want,” said Plant, who in January he overcame some comfort. in an unpleasant battle, but in which he showed his boxing skills.
“It would be a historic night that will leave us the first undisputed champion in the history of Super Intermediaries and do you know who it will be? Caleb Plant,” added the 28-year-old American and a professional record of 21-0 with 12 eliminations, in addition compared to 4-0 and 2 out of the fights in the championship battles.
Plant noted that the battle between Canelo Yes Saunders It’s interesting, but he gave the Mexican a slight favorite to win and unite the belts of the World Boxing Association, the World Boxing Council and the World Boxing Organization.
On the other hand, he stressed the limitations of the Turk Avni Yildirim In the sight Canelo Last February 27, leaving much to be desired.
“Canelo stepped into the ring and did what he had to do, had a successful night and imposed his strategy. I don’t think his rival gave everything in the ring, he didn’t take anything from Canelo, but when you sit in the third round, it doesn’t give 100%.
“At this level, if you want to become a unified champion, make history and get into the books, you have to go there and give it your all. I felt that I was too stopped, maybe I respect Canelo very much, maybe I was nervous, but in any case Canelo did his job and now we have to see what comes next “, said the world champion.