Sheeraz Stops Berlanga, Eyes Canelo Title Shot

Hamzah Sheeraz stopped Edgar Berlanga in the fifth round of their WBC super middleweight title eliminator at Louis Armstrong Stadium in New York, knocking Berlanga down twice in the fourth and again early in the fifth before the referee halted the bout. Berlanga's pre-fight trash talk was proven hollow as Sheeraz earned widespread acclaim for his decisive victory. Promoter Eddie Hearn criticized Berlanga for being 'chunky' and 'flat,' suggesting he must now rebuild his career. The win positions Sheeraz for a potential title shot against Canelo Alvarez and has sparked debate over Canelo's dominance in the division. On the undercard, Shakur Stevenson retained his WBC lightweight title with a unanimous decision over William Zepeda. The event marked a significant night for both Sheeraz and Stevenson.