Paul rips 'money-hungry' Canelo for nixing fight
Briefly

Jake Paul lambasted Canelo Alvarez after Alvarez opted for a lucrative four-fight contract with Riyadh Season instead of facing him. In a social media video, Paul accused Alvarez of being motivated by money rather than competition, showing a purported contract for their planned fight. This shift effectively canceled their matchup, which was to be announced soon. Alvarez's decision drew criticism from Paul, who questioned the integrity of Alvarez as a fighter, particularly in light of his remarks about fighting 'real fighters.'
Paul criticized Alvarez for choosing a lucrative deal over their planned fight, accusing him of prioritizing money over competition and undermining his credibility as a fighter.
In addressing Alvarez's decision, Paul suggested that the allure of monetary gain dictated Alvarez's choice, discrediting him as a fighter who stands by his principles.
Alvarez's deal with Riyadh Season, which includes a fight against Crawford, was portrayed by Paul as a retreat from facing genuine competition in the boxing ring.
Paul also remarked on Alvarez's public statements about only fighting 'real fighters' while engaging in fights he deemed less competitive, such as with Crawford.
Read at ESPN.com
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