Champions at WBC Convention give Canelo top marks

Greats at the World Boxing Council Convention think Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez is just great.

Marvelous Marvin Hagler said: “It was an  excellent fight. I thought it was close and probably a draw…but you know what happens in Las Vegas. Canelo’s development now depends on what kind of fights he fights. Sometimes you can end your career very early if you get the wrong fight.”

Ricky Hatton said: “I’m very impressed with Saúl. Several years ago he went the distance with my brother Matthew and he was just a youngster coming through. To see how he’s developed and the caliber he’s been mixing in is great.  He’s always in good fights.  A controversial decision with Gennady Golovkin, but Saúl went straight back in. That’s why we love the sport of boxing.

“I think there’s room for a trilogy with Golovkin.  The public know they’re the most exciting stars in the game.”

Amir Khan, who bravely came up in weight to take on Canelo  said:”I think Saúl is a great fighter. It was amazing to share the ring with him. Triple G was an amazing fight, I respect Saúl a lot and I wish  him all the very best.

“Saúl is developing and his boxing skills are getting better and better. He’s a power puncher, but now he’s trying to box more.”