Boxing has a deeply unsavory relationship with match fixing and many have long seen the sport tainted by the influence of bookmakers and, in earlier times, the mafia.
While many people still suspect that there is some level of cheating involved in the sport, those inside the ring are convinced that this is not the case.
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Much has been done to whitewash boxing's image, including more transparency in the selection of referees and judges and a more professional attitude towards promoters.
It is unlikely that a boxer's finances would be mismanaged in this way Don King Something he allegedly did in his prime.
But the undefeated super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez He moved to quell rumors that match fixing was taking place at the highest levels of boxing.
What did Canelo Alvarez say about match fixing?
There has been speculation about who his next opponent might be, but nothing has been confirmed.
During an appearance on Mexican YouTube channel “La Saga,” the host discussed the issue of fixed boxing matches. Alvarez The immediate reaction was to deny its validity at the highest level of the sport.
“It's not possible at that level. I'm not saying it doesn't exist, but it's not possible at that level.” Canelo He told La Saga.
Recent match-fixing allegations have centred around fights on YouTube
August 2023, Bellator MMA Fighter Dillon Danis Leaking private messages Jake PaulThe coach at the time, Shane Mosley.
Danis Claimed Pole To fight with him Danis Mosley's alleged messages to Danis were leaked.
“I don't think Jake would set you up for a fight if he knew your knee was in good condition, so if you really want to take that fight, keep it a secret,” he said.
This has yet to be proven and is unlikely to be forensically examined in detail, especially given that many of the YouTube bouts are exhibition format, but there are fears that boxers desperate for the money offered to those on YouTube cards could risk their reputations and manipulate the results of their own bouts.
