“We’re gonna eat him!” Saudi royalty backs Dana White’s dream project after Canelo Alvarez and MGM ‘show no respect’ for UFC – FirstSportz

This isn’t the first time these combat sports titans have clashed. White outpointed Canelo last year, hosting the inaugural Noche UFC after the MMA promotion reserved the date. Alvarez instead fought two weeks later at T-Mobile Arena, picking up a win over Jermell Charlo. But the way Turki Alalshikh gave the vocal commentary on Canelo. It will be interesting to see how their relationship will work in the future.

Turki Alalshikh wants Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford next

Saudi Arabian delegate, Turki Alalshikh, remains quite active in the boxing world. He often supports boxers and keeps everyone on their toes with his desire to make exciting boxing fights. Moreover, he is quite determined to materialize a fight between Mexican boxer Canelo Alvarez and the undefeated American boxer, Terence Crawford.

Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford are two of the most decorated active boxers in the world. In an interview with ESPN news reporter, Mike CoppingerAlalshikh has confirmed that he will make an offer for Canelo soon. While the American boxer is already motivated to clash with the Mexican.

I will give Canelo what I think is a fair price. If he accepts it he deals directly with me to finish the deal... I guranteed Crawford a big fight, I want Canelo for Crawford and Crawford wants Canelo...

Turki Alalshikh to Mike Coppinger

But before Canelo is fully prepared for his next fight against Edgar Berlanga in September. Meanwhile, Crawford will face the undefeated Israil Madrimov on August 3. Now, it remains to be seen whether Alalshikh will change his mind about the Canelo vs. Crawford fight if both fighters fail to win their upcoming bout.

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