Negotiations for world super middleweight champion Saul "Canelo" Alvarez to face Jake Paul have fallen through, according to a statement released today by Paul's company: "MVP was deep in negotiations for a blockbuster fight between Jake Paul and Canelo Alvarez on Cinco De Mayo weekend in Las Vegas, a massive event for the Mexican, Puerto Rican and American fans, and its disappointing to see how the situation unfolded. MVP operates with integrity, transparency, and respect for the sport, its athletes, and the fans. Unfortunately, not everyone in the boxing world shares those values. This situation is a reminder not to believe everything you read, especially when the current media environment is often controlled by those with hidden agendas, including promoters who have reporters on their payroll.
"We remain in active discussions with multiple high-profile opponents and are committed to delivering the biggest fights, the most exciting events, and to working with partners who share our values and our commitment to boxing and its fighters. Jake Paul isn’t going anywhere, and neither is MVP. We’ll cfontinue to disrupt boxing, on our terms.
