Saul ‘Canelo’ Álvarez
Saul 'Canelo' Álvarez will once again put his WBC super middleweight world titles on the line against John Ryder in his native Jalisco, with the support of the Mexican public, and a true gem will also be at stake for the occasion.
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It is the Puebla/Jalisco belt, inspired by the crafts of both Mexican states, featuring vibrant colors, earthy combinations, and traditions.
The object was handcrafted by artisans from the Talavera de la Reyna workshop, using talavera and embroidery, two of the most important traditional techniques from Puebla.
The belt highlights fiery red and orange tones as well as cool blues and greens, along with symbols from the mentioned localities. And only one of the boxers will keep it.
Canelo Álvarez will defend his super middleweight titles endorsed by the World Boxing Council (WBC), the World Boxing Organization (WBO), the World Boxing Association (WBA), and the International Boxing Federation (IBF) against 'Gorilla' Ryder.
The 'tapatío' has a record of 62 fights: 58 wins (39 by knockout) and two losses. John Ryder, two years older, has an experience of 37 fights with 32 victories (18 by knockout) and five defeats (one by knockout).
The fight will take place this Saturday amidst the celebrations for the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Mexican state of Jalisco.
Symbology of the belt:
China Poblana: a symbol of strength and resistance in Mexican culture.
Popocatepetl Volcano: a testament to the power and beauty of nature.
Agave: tribute to the most famous crop in the region, this plant is used to produce the beloved Mexican drink tequila; it is a symbol of both hard work and celebration.
Charro suit buttons: the most iconic in the country, symbol of strength, elegance, and bearing.
Tequila Volcano: testimony of the beauty of the western region's relief.
Angels supporting the Cathedral of Puebla: one of the most important buildings in the historic center declared a World Heritage Site.
Talavera: Recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity and Designation of Origin that guarantees this artisanal and highly valuable identity process.