Ryan Garcia recently stated that he believes Canelo Alvarez would defeat Artur Beterbiev. While Garcia's opinion might hold weight, especially considering his long-standing connection with Canelo, there are some key factors to consider. Canelo's move to 175 to face Dmitry Bivol ended in a decision loss, and many feel that the weight might be too much for him to handle when facing Beterbiev, who is a powerful force in the division.
Beterbiev, known for his knockout power, has proven his strength by defeating Bivol in a decision—a feat Canelo couldn't replicate. Given Beterbiev's incredible power and pacing, it's understandable to wonder whether Canelo could withstand these advantages. A potential fight between Canelo and Beterbiev would certainly be intriguing, but it would raise questions about Canelo's ability to compete at such a high weight against a fighter with both the power and the stamina to impose his game plan. If the fight does happen, it promises to be an exciting and unpredictable matchup.