Reynoso Names Hutchinson as Canelo Fight Option

Eddy Reynoso, trainer and manager of Canelo Alvarez, has identified newly crowned WBC light-heavyweight champion Willy Hutchinson as an option for Alvarez’s next fight, but no bout has been confirmed. Reynoso said he had studied Hutchinson’s recent victory over Joshua Buatsi and believed Alvarez could beat him. Hutchinson said he would welcome a fight after hearing that Alvarez was interested, but that account does not establish an offer or agreement.

Hutchinson won a unanimous decision over Buatsi to claim the vacant WBC title, avenging his 2024 defeat to the same opponent. Reynoso said Hutchinson’s status as champion made him a possible opponent and that he had followed the Scot for several fights. His comments came in an interview about potential matchups for Alvarez.

Hutchinson said he would welcome Alvarez moving up to challenge for the title. He also said his aim would be to beat Alvarez, rather than simply share the ring with him. That expressed willingness contrasts with the lack of any reported formal negotiations or confirmed fight plan.

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