Category: Standing-8 Boxing News

Canelo v. GGG= No Mas As Alvarez Withdraws From Rematch Amid Failed Drug Tests

The May 5 rematch between Canelo Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin is off. Alvarez withdrew himself amid his much publicized eating of contaminated meat resulting in a failed drug test.

Said Alvarez-

“I am sad and feel powerless that this fight cannot happen now, I have nothing to hide. I want to be transparent in this process. I will do whatever I need to do to demonstrate I have never (deliberately) taken this substance.

I have always operated as a clean fighter. I have always taken clean substances. I respect the sport unconditionally and would never do anything to tarnish something I have worked so hard for and given so many sacrifices for.

“It saddens me that people are accusing me of doing something improper. From here on out, I will take increased precautions to ensure this will never happen again. I am ready for what comes in the future.”

Deontay Wilder Ready To Go To The UK To Face Anthony Joshua

Cover Photo Credit- The Sun.Co.UK

WBC Heavweight Champ Deontay Wilder wants a shot at Anthony Joshua, holder of the division’s other three significant belts. The matchup would see the winner unifying the heavies.

Wilder released the following statement today-

“First of all, I want to congratulate Anthony Joshua on his win last Saturday night. Anthony, I am so glad we finally heard from you on Saturday and that you want to fight me as your next opponent and you want the fight to happen in the UK.
“I accept that challenge and I am ready to come to the UK for my next fight. There is nothing on Team Wilder’s side to prevent me from fighting you next.
“You also said on Saturday that your team is ready to meet with Shelly Finkel and Al Haymon from my side to get this deal done. They are also ready to meet with your team immediately. Let us know when – the sooner
the better.
“Thanks Anthony, I can’t wait to meet you in the ring.”

Wilder was to hold an international media conference call today; however, it was cancelled and will be rescheduled. The statement was released in lieu of today’s call.