It’s hard to believe that Canelo is still just 23 as he approaches his 46th professional fight, but what makes this one different for the big-punching competitor is that another world title shot hangs in the balance.
Working out in front of a mass of media this week, the Mexican superstar looked in fantastic shape with just over a week to go before he shares the ring with the highly-rated Cuban.
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