5 possible opponents for Canelo Alvarez following his historic win

Canelo Alvarez became the first ever unified super-middleweight champion
Canelo Alvarez became the first ever unified super-middleweight champion

#2. Artur Beterbiev

Canelo Alvarez has a potentially tough task in the form of Artur Beterbiev, who is the top-ranked light-heavyweight in the world. The WBC light-heavyweight champion has been on a steamroll ever since turning pro. Beterbiev remains undefeated in 16 bouts and interestingly, has won all of them via knockout.

Only one of his 16 fights has gone to the last round. Beterbiev is one of the most feared fighters because of his power and is certainly the most feared in his division.

Canelo Alvarez would have to take a massive risk if he decides to fight Artur Beterbiev. Not only will he have to move up in weight, but he will also have to prepare for Beterbiev's feared power. A potential bout between the duo would be a spectacle, to say the least.

Recently the president of WBC, Mauricio Sulaiman, talked about the possibility of this match. Sulaiman told Sky Sports:

"It would be a tremendous match. Beterbiev is undefeated, he is a heavy, heavy puncher. He would be a very strong threat to Canelo's legacy. But Canelo wants to keep going further and further so let's see."

#1. Gennady Golovkin

Arguably the best matchup in store for Canelo Alvarez is the trilogy with Gennady Golovkin. Prior fights between the two have received a lot of criticism, with the vast majority of people thinking GGG should've won the first fight. The second fight also spurred many arguments after Canelo's majority decision victory.

The fans are clearly not done with this rivalry. Canelo Alvarez should want to put the final pin on this unfinished chapter.

Alvarez vs. GGG III is a huge money fight that would attract audiences from all corners of the globe.

Whatever the future holds for Canelo Alvarez moving forward, fans can certainly expect to be entertained. With a potential list of opponents as competitive and intriguing as ever, the Mexican is at the center of the boxing world.

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