Boxing Scandal Involving Canelo Álvarez: Call for Doping Investigation
Juan Manuel Márquez has called for an investigation into Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez and his team over alleged doping practices, reigniting a heated rivalry and stirring up controversy in the boxing world.
Márquez Drops a Bombshell Accusation
The long-standing tension between Juan Manuel "Dinamita" Márquez and Saúl Álvarez has resurfaced. In a recent interview with YouTube channel La Esquina del KO, the former world champion urged boxing authorities to formally investigate Canelo Álvarez and his camp for potential use of banned substances.
But Márquez went further. He also criticized Álvarez for including rehydration clauses in his fight contracts—limits that restrict opponents from gaining more than a certain amount of weight after weigh-ins. "It’s not fair for fighters to step into the ring physically limited. That goes against the spirit of boxing," he said, claiming such tactics disrespect the sport’s integrity.
Canelo Fires Back with Laughter and Receipts
Canelo Álvarez didn’t hold back. On his X account, the Mexican star reminded Márquez that he once doubted his ability to defeat elite opponents like Jermall Charlo, Billy Joe Saunders, Demetrius Andrade, and Daniel Jacobs. “Didn’t he say I couldn’t beat Charlo, Saunders, Andrade, or Jacobs?” he posted, adding laughing emojis and a not-so-subtle reminder of his victories over all four fighters, although he later deleted the post.
Rather than quieting the controversy, Álvarez's response has only fueled more debate. While many defend his track record, others argue that the accusations from Márquez deserve to be investigated to preserve transparency and fairness in the sport.
Boxing Back in the Eye of the Storm
The call for a doping probe into Canelo Álvarez and his team is serious. In a sport where physical performance is paramount, even the slightest suspicion can damage a fighter’s reputation. Although no formal evidence has been presented so far, the growing media pressure could eventually prompt action from boxing’s governing bodies.
For now, Álvarez remains focused on his upcoming fight against Terence Crawford, but the controversy with Márquez is far from over. What once seemed like a retired rivalry is now back on the radar—and it’s making headlines once again.
