JUST NOW: Edgar Berlanga vs. Canelo Alvarez: A Battle of Pride and Power on September 14th

and he's the type of guy he want everybody to respect him I told him I respect you as a fighter bro I respect you as a fighter you are a legend you beat a lot of great Champions but we're fighting September 14th there's no respect the intensity between these two boxing stars is off the charts it's looking like a battle of Pride and power that fans won't want to miss Edgar banga isn't holding back as he hurls insults at Canelo Alvarez his opponent for the big fight on September 14th he declared you know I'm the typee of fighter that comes to fight we're not going to run we're going to stay there we're going to fight I know what we're facing you know so I would like to thank team Canelo for giving us this opportunity his confidence is clear as he discusses his strategy for the impending fight it's once in a lifetime to be in his shoes as my coach once said he was in my shoes before coming up in the rankings so now is the perfect time for me to get my feet wet leave my mark on the boxing World IQ and my intelligence and he said it oh you you what you think you have the IQ of Floyd maywe you think you you have the IQ this statement demonstrates that berlanga is up for the challenge and appreciates the opportunity canelo's Journey has inspired him to take advantage of this opportunity to surpass one of the greatest athletes in history while berlanga is Keen to grasp the opportunity and leave his Mark canelo's commitment to stand his ground and go toe-to-toe with him indicates his desire to advance through the ranks and establish a lasting Legacy in boxing Canelo Alvarez responded to berlanga by sharing his thoughts on the impending battle I'm thrilled right now but I don't want to talk too much I like to respect my opponents but I also like to reply when they speak and this is no different September 14th you're going to witness something different from me because I'm going to give it my all and I don't want to feel sorry you can have all the power in the world you could do what you do but at this level is intelligence and IQ and we're not going to end up like that over there I got knocked out for him this time I'm going to be different in the ring as I tell him in Spanish he needs 20 to give me a little difficulty trust me as he gets ready for this fight canelo's words convey a sense of controlled confidence and Readiness he stresses the value of respect but also makes it clear that he won't back down from a challenge Canelo is determined to show a different side of himself in the ring making the press conference an unforgettable experience for both Fighters and fans better I than me okay you're going to see you're going to see Team you're going to see more like you than Floyd Mayweather Miguel going see you're going to see I know you're going to see take it easy I know I'm a easy take it easy in way because you Edgar banga explained why he thinks he's unique among the fighters Canelo has faced in the past regarding canelo's past fights Edgar said he's fought everybody you know he's fought Floyd he's fought Triple G he's fought Triple G he's seen it all he's seen size he's seen Short he seen speed but what will really matter on September 14th is not canelo's physical prowess but rather his IQ and intelligence in the ring banga highlights that his strategy isn't just about matching Canelo in strength or speed but rather outwitting him by emphasizing his strategic thinking and ring intelligence with a deliberate and wellth thought out battle strategy berlanga hopes to surprise both the champion and the crowd by presenting Canelo with something fresh and difficult this mental Edge which Builds on canelo's emphasis on intelligence over brute force will be essential in differentiating this contest from his prior fights according to banga anything anything you don't going to nothing you you just going to make me Edgar banga went on to describe his differences from canelo's other opponents you can be as powerful as you want and accomplish whatever you want but we won't get to that point because of our IQ VI and cognitive levels I got knocked out while physical strength is crucial banga notes that it is not the only factor that determines success at the highest levels of boxing Caleb uses one of canelo's previous opponents to illustrate how vital it is to bring more than just strength to the battle by highlighting the significance of tactical skill and mental Clarity longa wants to show that he has a well-thought out strategy and is ready to avoid the mistakes made by those with higher IQs than him while facing Canelo okay okay you're going to see 14 and believe that you have a higher IQ than Floyd Mayweather or Miguel kado however you're not going to see anything as far as I can tell watch my word okay shut the I want to see that I want to see that shut up shut up when I talk shut up I know I'm lazy so go easy on me it's almost your turn so go slow and calm down drawing on his and canelo's Rich boxing Heritage Edgar banga did not hold back when discussing the fight's cultural and historical significance Edgar said you know how that goes he's Mexican but I'm Puerto Rican focuses on the Rivalry between Puerto Rico and Mexico berlanga heightens the tension in the impending fight this longstanding rivalry in the sport gives both Fighters a sense of Pride and responsibility as they represent their Nations internationally what what do you want to do and then what you want to do what you want to do all right what do you want to do woo baranga's recognition of this rivalry aims to stoke the passion of fans on both sides and creates the ideal environment for a fight that isn't just about two people but also about the legacies of two boxing Giants anything at all you won't accomplish anything all you'll do is make me giggle his response you're going to laugh me off highlights canelo's calm confidence and implies that baranga's remarks are more humorous than menacing heightening the anticipation for how both Fighters will put their words into action in the ring as the press conference heated up this statement reflects canelo's self assurance and experience handling such pre-fight banter Edgar berlanga gave a forceful declaration that made it clear what his goals were for the fight we going to knock you out watch watch my words okay shut Thee I want to see that while I'm speaking please keep quiet it's killer be kill bro at the end of the day that night I could lose my life bro so and I look at that as every fight I fight in any every time I step in the ring either sparring whether sparring in the gym or training or I mean or or fighting in in a fight with 10 hour gloves no he it you know you mentioned a lot of that emotions coming from what you just explained is there anything else where all that stuff is coming from is there anything like from the pass or anything that you read into it or is it just simply from the last two days and just how Canelo has reacted towards you um yeah because you know he he's the star of the event and [ __ ] you know what I'm saying but I know he don't like me cuz I'm a star myself bro like I don't need him like where he's at I could get there you get what I'm saying like I can make that that same route a lot of these guys at 168 can make that same route he did you get what I'm saying Benitas can make that same route that Superstar status the way this firm order demonstrated baranga's determination to hold his stance and demand the linelight which he intended to upset EST and his rival in the lead up to their high stakes match Lish presents himself as a deadly opponent it's up to you to decide what you want to do and what you want to accomplish Edgar banga after a heated discussion and a face-to-face encounter during the press conference made a daring statement his statement I don't want to talk to you right now because your money is gone was meant to highlight his Readiness and sincerity respect them I told him I respect you as a fighter bro I respect you as a fighter you are a legend you beat a lot of great Champions but we're fighting September 14th there's no respect banga intended for his remarks to heighten the Rivalry and emphasize his will to oppose Canelo on his terms giving their simmering dispute a personal and financial demension you believe that I am a scar of you and I believe that I am a scar of you thinking back on the press conference Canelo Alvarez said in an interview that he was disrespectful to him when he was just grinning in my face during the press conference as though he was ignoring me or thinking I was easy to handle Edgar banga expressed his dissatisfaction with Canelo Alvarez's behavior during their interaction Edgar berlanga explained the reason behind his perceived disrespect towards Canelo Alvarez and he's the type of guy he want everyone to respect him I told him I respect you as a fighter bro I respect you as a fighter you are a legend you beat a lot of great Champions but we're fighting Bar's comments reveal that he felt that Canelo was not taking him seriously September 14th bro you have no respect in his statement banga highlights that although he respects canelo's career in boxing successes the forthcoming fight is about rivalry and competition he also makes it clear that he does not regard canelo's personal Clash where the only thing on their minds will be winning Edgar berlanga made it clear why he doesn't think Canelo Alvarez deserves respect prior to their fight I'm Puerto Rican I'm from New York we don't give respect to anybody bro especially if you're my enemy he said I don't believe in having to fight somebody and making him my friend or having respect respect is due after the fight baranga's remarks reflect his cultural background and personal stance on interactions with others before a fight he emphasizes that for him respect is earned through the battle itself not given beforehand this shows that he was more concerned with winning the fight than building a relationship with Canelo he continued to address Canelo directly saying but right now you're trying to take my head off bro oh you've been wanting to take my head off but you think I'm stupid because I'm going to shake your hand and be a good gentleman so you think I'm not going to do that bro we're in war mode it's the Art of War after their fight banga made it clear that he was ready for a Fierce and aggressive fight rejecting any idea of camaraderie his words made it clear that he was fully engaged in the competitive aspect of the fight and ready to take on Canelo with all the ferocity of a real battle in the end he said killerby killed bro meaning that that night I could lose my life