🔥 shocking: Evander Holyfield attacks Canelo for accusations of steroids before his fight with Crawford! 🔥
In a surprising turn that has shaken the world of boxing, the legend of the heavyweight Evander Holyfield has unleashed a storm by harshly criticizing Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez for the recent accusations of use of steroids that have tarnished the previous one of their confrontation with Terence Crawford. The statements of Holyfield, made public during an exclusive interview on August 20, 2025, have fueled the controversy around the most anticipated fight of the year, generating a whirlwind of reactions on social networks and among fans.
Holyfield, known for his historical career and his epic confrontation with Mike Tyson, did not hold on to address the accusations of steroids that have resurfaced against Canelo, especially after similar rumors that circulated before his confrontation with Gennady Golovkin in 2018. “It is disappointing to see Canelo trapped in these accusations again,” said Holyfield in an interview with ESPN. “Boxing deserves cleaning. If you want to be a big one, it fights clean and let your talent speak. These shadows do not help anyone.” His words have revived the debate on the integrity of Canelo, who in the past positive for Clembuterol, an incident that attributed to contaminated meat.
The accusations of steroids emerged this time from a sector of the boxing community, fed by X speculation about Canelo’s impressive physical condition at 35, while preparing to face Crawford, an undefeated technical teacher who goes up from the Welter weight. Some users in X have pointed out Canelo’s “too perfect” physicist as a suspicious, with a viral tweet that said: “Canelo seems like a Greek statue at 35. Natural or not? 🤔”. Others, however, defended the Mexican, arguing that his discipline and training are the key to his success. “Holyfield should shut up. Canelo has spent all the tests since 2018,” wrote an X.
Canelo’s team quickly responded to Holyfield’s criticism. Eddy Reynoso, coach of Álvarez, issued a blunt statement: “Saul is clean, he has always been. Holyfield’s words are irresponsible and have no base. That he focuses on his legacy and leaves ours alone.” Canelo, meanwhile, maintained its composure in a brief statement: “I don’t fight against rumors, I fight at the ring. Crawford will know who I am.” The Nevada Athletic Commission, which will supervise the fight, confirmed that both boxers are subject to a rigorous anti -doping test protocol, which should dissipate any questions.
The intervention of Holyfield has added one more layer of tension to a fight that was already loaded with drama, especially after the controversial comments of Crawford about Canelo’s nationality. In X, fans are divided: some applaud Holyfield for demanding transparency, with a user writing, “Evander says what we all think: boxing must be clean.” Others accuse the former champion of seeking attention, with a tweet he jokes: “Holyfield wants headlines. Canelo is going to shut up everyone, including him.”
With the confrontation between Canelo (62-2-2, 39 kos) and Crawford (38-0, 29 kos) approaching, the pressure on the Mexican is immense. A victory would consolidate its legacy as one of the best of all time, but a defeat, combined with these accusations, could feed the narratives of their critics. Meanwhile, Holyfield’s warning resonates as a reminder of high boxing standards. Can Canelo silence doubts with a dominant action, or the shadows of the accusations of steroids will continue to chase it? The boxing world looks forward to the answer in the ring.
