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Edgar Berlanga still believes that the worst loss of his career is "easy work." Despite suffering a brutal fifth-round knockout loss to Hamzah Sheeraz in 2025, Berlanga still confidently views the matchup as a piece of cake.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 27

Edgar Berlanga beats Steven Butler by TKO in round 7 at Zuffa Boxing 9

Edgar Berlanga stopped Steven Butler by seventh-round TKO at Zuffa Boxing 9, moving his record to 26-2 with his first knockout victory. The American super-middleweight controlled the contest before forcing the finish at 1:14 of round seven, handing Butler his fourth career defeat.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 27

Berlanga Calls Out Eubank Jr.

Edgar Berlanga stopped Steven Butler and immediately started naming names. The super middleweight ran through a wish list that covered nearly every significant name in the 168-pound division — Chris Eubank Jr., Jaime Munguia, Caleb Plant, Jermall Charlo, and Hamzah Sheeraz.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 27

Edgar Berlanga vs Steven Butler Fight Results: Berlanga Scores 7th Round KO in NYC (Video)

It was the homecoming he expected, but it proved more challenging than Edgar Berlanga (24-2, 19 KOs) anticipated, as he scored a seventh-round knockout over Steven Butler (38-6-1, 32 KOs) at the Theater, Madison Square Garden on Paramount+.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 24

Edgar Berlanga vs Steven Butler: Will It Be ‘Bing-Bong’ Or ‘Uh Oh’ In NYC on Sunday Night?

When the bell rings on Sunday between Edgar Berlanga and Steven Butler, a lot is on the line. The bout will be Zuffa Boxing’s first event in New York City, held at The Theater Madison Square Garden.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 21

Edgar Berlanga vs. Steven Butler: Preview, Betting Odds & Fight Card

Zuffa Boxing 09 heads to the Big Apple, New York City, on Sunday night as they host a fight card from the Theater at Madison Square Garden, live on Paramount+.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 20

Andrade calls for Berlanga clash: 'He needs someone like me'

Demetrius Andrade has named Edgar Berlanga as his preferred next opponent, claiming the matchup would benefit both fighters. The former two-weight world champion says Berlanga requires a name like his to strengthen his profile.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 19

Berlanga Eyes Eubank Jr. Fight

Edgar Berlanga returns to Madison Square Garden on July 26 against Hamzah Butler, the replacement for the originally scheduled Hamzah Sheeraz. Berlanga

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 9

Zuffa Boxing 9 fight card set for MSG on July 26

Zuffa Boxing returns to Madison Square Garden on July 26 with a seven-fight card streaming live on Paramount+. Super middleweight Edgar Berlanga takes on Steven Butler in the main event at the Infosys Theater inside MSG, per MMA Mania.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 30

Edgar Berlanga faces Steven Butler at Zuffa Boxing 9 in MSG

Edgar Berlanga will attempt to snap a two-fight skid when he takes on Steven Butler in the main event of Zuffa Boxing 9 on July 26 at Madison Square Garden's Infosys Theater, MMA Mania reports.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / June 19

Jalil Hackett vs Sergiy Derevyanchenko Added To The July 26 Edgar Berlanga vs Steven Butler Card

June 19, 2026 – Rising middleweight contender Jalil Hackett will face the stiffest test of his career when he takes on Ukrainian veteran Sergiy Derevyanchenko in a 10-round middleweight fight on Sunday, July 26, at the Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 9

Edgar Berlanga, Richardson Hitchins get Zuffa Boxing debuts

Edgar Berlanga will stay at super middleweight for his Zuffa Boxing debut against Canadian veteran Steven Butler, while Richardson Hitchins moves up to welterweight to face Mexico's Ricardo Salas on July 26 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / June 9

Edgar Berlanga And Richardson Hitchins Head To NYC For Zuffa Boxing 09 on July 26

They say there’s nothing like summer in New York, and this year that looks to be the case, as July is filled with big events like the Jay-Z concert at Yankee Stadium, FIFA World Cup games, Fanatics Fest, and Saturday Night’s Main Event at Madison Square Garden.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / May 6

Exclusive: Edgar Berlanga–Facing The Man In The Mirror

In this current era of boxing, where social media drives attention and shapes public perception, there is one name that commands immediate notice, whether for his performances in the ring or his public remarks, and that is super middleweight Edgar Berlanga.

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Boxing News / KO on SI / April 25

Edgar Berlanga Wildly Compares Canelo Loss to Michael Jordan vs Kobe Bryant

Edgar Berlanga still does not believe he gets enough credit for fighting Canelo Alvarez the way he did. To most people, the 28-year-old competed admirably as a heavy underdog, but still lost a convincing 12-round decision.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / April 24

Boxing Lacks UFC Structure, Says Edgar Berlanga

Many prominent names in boxing expressed their outrage as Zuffa Boxing (backed by TKO Group Holdings, Inc.) sought to change the structure of boxing promotions.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 13, 2025

Oscar De La Hoya Claps Back At Edgar Berlanga

Edgar Berlanga seemed to be on cloud nine this whole week leading up to the fight. Berlanga was trash-talking everybody that would listen to him. He told Hamzah Sheeraz that “I’m your Canelo”. He was telling Sheeraz that the plans that Turki has for him will not happen because he’s going to knock him out.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 11, 2025

Edgar Berlanga Clowns Oscar De La Hoya

At the final press conference on Thursday leading up to the Edgar Berlanga vs Hamzah Sheeraz fight. Edgar Berlanga seemed to be on ten the moment that he stepped into the press conference.

Boxing News / KO on SI / July 10, 2025

Edgar Berlanga Trades Shots With Oscar De La Hoya, Calls Him A Stripper

It's safe to say that Edgar Berlanga and Oscar De La Hoya are not the best of friends. At the final press conference ahead of his fight against Hamzah Sheeraz, Berlanga verbally went at Golden Boy promoter, Oscar De La Hoya.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 7, 2025

Heavyweight Dreams For Edgar Berlanga

Super middleweight contender Edgar Berlanga (23–1, 18 KOs) may be preparing to face Hamzah Sheerazthis Saturday in New York, but his vision goes far beyond the 168 pound division.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 15, 2025

Edgar Berlanga's Return: A Quest for Redemption After Canelo Defeat

Edgar Berlanga, once celebrated for his extraordinary streak of first-round knockouts, is set to re-enter the ring on March 15, 2025, aiming to reassert his position in the super-middleweight division.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 14, 2025

Eddie Hearn Responds to Edgar Berlanga’s Claims

Promoter Eddie Hearn responded to Edgar Berlanga’s accusations, rejecting claims that he failed to secure the necessary funds for a title shot against IBF super middleweight champion William Scull.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 10, 2025

Edgar Berlanga’s Comeback Fight Raises Questions

Edgar Berlanga sees himself as more popular than ever, believing he can get big fights because his fame extends far and wide, even beyond what his promoter, Eddie Hearn of Matchroom Boxing, can secure for him.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / September 10, 2024

Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez vs Edgar Berlanga ‘Gloves Off’ Ep 1 & 2 Recap

The Prime Video exclusive series Gloves Off premiered its latest episodes on Sunday, focusing on all things Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez (61-2-2, 29 KOs) vs. Edgar Berlanga (22-0, 17 KOs) as they will meet on Saturday night at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV on PPV.