Boxing fans, embrace yourselves for a financial uppercut. The highly anticipated bout between Canelo Alvarez and Edgar Berlanga comes with a hefty price tag. The pay-per-view cost has been set at a jaw-dropping $89.99, leaving many fight enthusiasts feeling sucker-punched.
Canelo, the pound-for-pound king of boxing, is set to defend his super middleweight titles. Berlanga’s opponent is a rising star with an impressive knockout record. The clash is scheduled for Mexican Independence Day weekend, adding cultural significance to the event.
However, the exorbitant PPV price has overshadowed the excitement surrounding the fight. The pricing decision has reignited debates about accessibility in boxing. Critics argue that such high costs alienate casual fans and potentially harm the sport’s growth.
Interestingly, this isn’t a new phenomenon for Canelo’s fights. His previous bout against Jaime Munguía also carried the same $89.99 price tag. It seems the Mexican champion’s fights come with a premium, regardless of the opponent. But the UFC Noche event is happening on the same day. Fans had hoped that this would reduce the cost due to competition.
Fight Fans React To Canelo Alvarez Vs. Edgar Berlanga High PPV Price
Alvarez vs. Berlanga’s fight, set at a hefty $89.99 in the USA, has raised some eyebrows. As news spread, it sparked a lively debate across social media, with many questioning the cost of a single fight night. The backlash isn’t entirely unexpected. Boxing has long faced criticism for the steep prices of its marquee events. But this time, the voices seem louder, and the frustrations are palpable.
For starters, many fans feel the price doesn’t match the value they’re getting, particularly when it comes to the undercard. Others felt that the UFC Noche event on the same date would have altered the price somewhat to accommodate the competition. Some other Boxing fans revealed that this high-press tag will force them to use illegal streams to watch. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:
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The upcoming Alvarez vs. Berlanga fight has become the latest flashpoint in this ongoing battle. As fight night approaches, it remains to be seen whether this backlash will translate into lower sales or if Canelo’s star power will still pull in the big bucks.
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