Before their fights this Saturday at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, fighters from the Canelo Álvarez vs. Jermell Charlo undercard shared their expertise with fans during a media session.
Featured on the SHOWTIME PPV undercard were fighters like the unbeaten Jesus “Mono” Ramos Jr. challenging top-contender Erickson “Hammer” Lubin in the co-feature, former world champs Yordenis Ugas and Mario “El Azteca” Barrios competing for the Interim WBC Welterweight Title, and promising middleweights Elijah Garcia and Armando Reséndiz set to fight in the pay-per-view starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.
Additionally, top heavyweight talent Frank “The Cuban Flash” Sanchez is set to fight Scott Alexander as the main event on the SHOWTIME PPV COUNTDOWN, streaming live on SHOWTIME SPORTS YouTube and the SHOWTIME Boxing Facebook page from 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT.
Tickets for the live event, brought to you by Canelo Promotions and TGB Promotions, can be found on AXS.com.
Insights from the fighters at the MGM Grand:
JESUS RAMOS JR. “I feel at ease and I’m taking in the moment. Fighting on this card is thrilling for me. At 22, I’ve achieved significant accomplishments and I’m not just any young prospect.”
ERICKSON LUBIN “Staying active helps me be at my best. Come Saturday, everyone will witness the best of me. I’ve heard talks about an upset; however, I see myself as a top-contender in the division. I believe Ramos will realize how significant experience is, and I’m predicting he’ll face his first loss. I’m focused on securing a remarkable victory.”
YORDENIS UGAS “What I don’t lack is experience. Having faced some of the world’s best welterweights for years, I believe I’ll benefit from those experiences this Saturday. Barrios is a respectable opponent; I know he’ll be bringing his A-game.”
MARIO BARRIOS “I believe the coming years are my prime. I aim to achieve a lot, especially in Las Vegas. Moving to the welterweight division seems right for me, and I anticipate great things ahead. Ugas is a skilled opponent. His performance against fighters like Manny Pacquiao and Errol Spence Jr. proves his worth.”
ELIJAH GARCIA “I recognize my potential and see myself claiming a world title soon. I’m determined to leave a mark in history. I’m preparing for a fiercely competitive fight, and I’m confident of emerging victorious.”
ARMANDO RESÉNDIZ “My game plan is straightforward – follow my corner’s advice. I’m eager to display the passion of Mexican fighters to the fans. Being part of an event with Canelo is an honor. I anticipate a riveting fight against Garcia. The audience can expect nothing short of fireworks.”
FRANK SANCHEZ “Training with Canelo and Eddy Reynoso at Lake Tahoe was a rewarding experience despite the challenges of high altitude. I believe the heavyweight fighters recognize my abilities, which is why some might avoid me. I’m ready to demonstrate my worth this Saturday.”