Eddie Hearn Backs His Fighters: Predictions about Berlanga & Joshua

Eddie Hearn is a great promoter who always supports his athletes, and nowhere does his confidence in his athletes falter even when the odds are against them. As we look forward to two big fights – Canelo Alvarez against Edgar Berlanga and Anthony Joshua against Daniel Dubois, his latest predictions are sure to surprise many fans.

Eddie Hearn’s Surprising Picks

Even though Edgar Berlanga is currently rated much lower, with some of the betting lines putting him at 11/1 in the fight on Saturday, Eddie Hearn is fully backing his man. Peculiarly, he is not betting on Berlanga’s power or a punch that will bring the knockout to his opponent. However, he anticipates Berlanga to knock down the unsuspecting Canelo Alvarez and win through points in an outboxing fashion. In an interview with IFL TV, Eddie Hearn shared his thoughts on the fight, he stated;

If Edgar starts well and gains a foothold in the fight, he has a real chance. It’s tough to give a definitive prediction, but I like his chances because of his mentality, Hearn said. But Canelo is very hard to beat. Still, I’m going to say Edgar Berlanga wins on points.

Despite several analysts believing that Berlanga’s chances of victory are slim and that his only route to success is through a knockout, Eddie having faith in a points win draws a lot of attention. Losing a decision to Canelo Alvarez would be unthinkable; such a victory would shock the boxing world in every sense of the word. But still, Eddie Hearn Tuesday appeared confident that Berlanga is the perfect candidate to achieve this seemingly impossible.

Joshua vs. Dubois: Could it be a Quick Night for Joshua?

Looking ahead to next weekend, Eddie Hearn’s prediction for the heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois seems more straightforward. Given that he has been working with Anthony Joshua for a long time, it will come as no shock to see him supporting his fighter, but the promoter does not expect a close and grueling fight.

As to whether or not these predictions come true only time will tell. The faith he has in both Berlanga and Joshua is plain to see. Canelo’s victory through points over A Berlanga will be one of the biggest upsets in current generations of boxing, while the early KO for Joshua will clear the status of his division in the heavyweights.

Final Perspectives

Eddie Hearn is backing Edgar Berlanga and Anthony Joshua, as they are Eddie’s fighters. He is confident in both fights. However, this will not be an easy job and they will not easily take their opponent down. Canelo has a fascinating fighting history, he has a tough and aggressive nature that take down any strong opponent. Fans are willing to see their favorite fighter have the upper hand, Although it will not be an easy job for Edgar Berlanga and Anthony Joshua.