WBC CREATE SPECIAL BELT FOR CANELO VS CHARLO THIS WEEKEND

The highly anticipated showdown between Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo this Saturday promises not just glory, but a unique prize as well – the WBC's newly minted 'Puebla' belt, a symbol of excellence in the boxing world. This isn't the first time the WBC has introduced a commemorative belt since 2013, but it's an extra layer of intrigue to what is already compelling matchup.

Social media has been buzzing with fans questioning the need for yet another belt, suspecting it might be a clever trick to pocket additional sanctioning fees on top of Canelo's existing 168-pound title. With numerous belts introduced by the WBC over the years, some argue that the sport should be simplifying rather than complicating its championship landscape. The belts across the four major sanctioning bodies has made it increasingly challenging to distinguish true champions from those who owe their success to astute matchmaking by crafty promoters.

The WBC's rationale for creating the 'Puebla' belt is to honor fighters who step into the ring on Mexico's two most symbolic dates, May 5 (Battle of Puebla) and September 16 (Independence Day). It's a special trophy that encapsulates the spirit of Mexican boxing.

When it comes to the Canelo-Charlo matchup, opinions vary. . Charlo, however, appears to be in prime condition to withstand Canelo's power. The concern is that if one takes too much punishment from Canelo, it may impact future matchups, even one against Crawford two years down the road, leaving lingering doubts about full recovery. This is a fascinating subplot in what promises to be an electrifying fight.

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