Canelo Alvarez makes announcement about his next fight which appears to suggest he will be fighting Jermall Charlo, David Benavidez or Terence Crawford

Canelo Alvarez’s next fight, slated for May 4 in Las Vegas, has stirred up anticipation with the revelation that his opponent will be an American boxer. This declaration has reignited speculation, particularly surrounding the possibility of a showdown with Jermall Charlo, following a sequence of events that unfolded in his previous bouts.

In September, Canelo embarked on a three-fight deal with Al Haymon’s Premier Boxing Champions (PBC), signaling his intention to take on formidable opponents within the American boxing scene. Initially, the plan was for Canelo to face Jermall Charlo, the WBC middleweight titleholder, on the designated May 4 date. However, circumstances led to a twist when Jermall Charlo was deemed unprepared for the bout, prompting his brother, Jermell Charlo, to step in.

The Charlo brothers, known for their prowess in the ring, presented Canelo with an intriguing challenge. Jermell, holding the undisputed super-welterweight titles at the time, ventured two weight classes above his usual fighting weight to vie for Canelo’s super-middleweight belts. Despite displaying commendable grit and determination, the weight disparity proved insurmountable for Jermell, with Canelo ultimately securing a comfortable unanimous decision victory.

Now, as speculation swirls around Canelo’s next opponent, recent reports have pointed to Jermall Charlo and Jaime Munguia as frontrunners in contention. However, Canelo’s recent announcement on TV Azteca in Mexico, ruling out a Mexican opponent, lends weight to the likelihood of a clash with an American contender, thus bolstering the case for Jermall Charlo.

Nevertheless, the landscape remains ripe for surprises, with other American boxers like David Benavidez and Terence Crawford also throwing their hats into the ring, expressing their desire to face Canelo. Given their association with Haymon’s PBC, they cannot be discounted as potential adversaries for the Mexican boxing sensation.

Despite the myriad possibilities, all indicators currently point towards Jermall Charlo emerging as the clear frontrunner to share the ring with Canelo on May 4 in Las Vegas. As anticipation continues to mount, fans eagerly await the official confirmation of what promises to be a captivating showdown between two formidable talents in the world of boxing.