Billy Joe Saunders’ camp was involved in a hotel lobby altercation with Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez over the proposed dimensions of the ring they will fight in.
As reported by Sky Sports, there was a potential deal-breaking problem with the size of the ring Canelo and BJS would be fighting in, with the British boxer prepared to pull out of the fight as a result.
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As was mentioned in the report by Sky Sports, John Ryder flew out to Dallas to provide a contingency plan for Canelo, with his fight against BJS thought to be in doubt.
While you have to think it unlikely that the fight would be called off for something so pedantic, it does appear to be a legitimate problem for Billy Joe Saunders and his camp.
Have a look at the video below, with words being exchanged between BJS’ camp and Canelo, which resulted in the Mexican fighter showcasing his English with use of the word “p***y”.
Here’s @bjsaunders_ camp taunting @Canelo on his way to the gym. They are insisting on a 22 foot wide ring. #CaneloSaunders #demands pic.twitter.com/NM02E7vSl4
— Large (@LargeBarstool) May 4, 2021