Eddie Hearn has hit back at Dana White, after the UFC president recently criticised professional boxing in the wake of Jake Paul’s success
In partnership with DAZN Boxing
Eddie Hearn has hit back at Dana White, after the UFC president recently criticised professional boxing.
Hearn was speaking to JOE in partnership with DAZN, ahead of Canelo versus Billy Joe Saunders this Sunday, May 9 (UK).
In anticipation of the clash between two of boxing’s biggest stars, Hearn said:
“Canelo’s very strong and he’s so confident at the moment. He just believes he can beat everybody.”
The Matchroom Sports boss believes Saunders has a real chance, however.
“Billy Joe Saunders is probably the most difficult fight for Canelo Alvarez in boxing.
“He’s a world champion, he’s 31-0, he’s a master tactician, he’s extremely skilful, he’s got a great mindset as well.
“You’ve seen Canelo against some good movers in boxing and he’s struggled a bit.”
The conversation then moved towards criticism levelled at boxing fr …