Ten Things You Didn't Know About Edgar Berlanga

I'm Eddie Hearn. Watch Canelo v Belanga, September 14th, live on Gazone. And here are 10 things you didn't know about Edgar Belanga. Number one, he's a Puerto Rican powerhouse. Edgar Belanga comes from deep Puerto Rican heritage. A boxing nation synonymous with some of the greats of the past. Miguel Cotto. Felix Tito Trinidad. And Edgar Belanga wants to follow in the footsteps of the Puerto Rican greats. Number two, he was born and raised in Brooklyn. A district and a region synonymous with some great fighters and great gyms. The tough gritty nature of the neighborhood combined with his Puerto Rican heritage have built Edgar Belanga into the robust tough fighter he is today. Number three, a knockout artist from the start. His first 16 fights came by KO in the first ring. Number four, he's been mentored by the greats. Mentored by the great Felix Trinidad and many other great fighters in Brooklyn. Honing his power ready for the big stage. Number five, humble beginnings. The humble background of Edgar Belanga has built the tough tough nature of this man. Humble yet now successful. Ready to put on a performance for Brooklyn and Puerto Rico. Number six, the future of Puerto Rican boxing. Puerto Rico for a long time have been calling out for that big superstar to become the face of boxing. Victory for Edgar Belanga on September 14th will make him the king of Puerto Rican boxing. Number seven, overcoming adversity. Contractual problems, trying to get promotional deals and particularly injuries could have derailed the progress and career of Edgar Belanga. Stayed strong mentally all the way to the top. Number eight, a star in and out of the ring. You often see Edgar Belanga at all the big music shows, fashion events. This is a guy that is resonating with fans inside and outside the ring. Don't be surprised to see some big performances on route from some of the biggest names in music as we gear up for September 14th. Number nine, tight family connection. Edgar has a family that he fights for every time he steps through the ropes. His young son chosen and particularly that close relationship with his father from the beginning. Number 10, ready for the big stage. This is the moment that he's dreamed of forever. The adversity, the humble beginnings, everything has led him to this moment. Edgar Belanga gets his shot September 14th live on Designer.