Upcoming Fight: Caleb Plant vs. Jose Armando Resendiz
This Saturday, Caleb Plant is set to face off against Jose Armando Resendiz at the Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas, with hopes of eventually squaring off against Jermall Charlo later in the year. The anticipation for a Plant versus Charlo showdown comes after both fighters were put on the same card, a common trend in boxing that has often led to subsequent matchups.
Reflections on Recent Setbacks
Reflecting on the sport’s recent unpredictability, Plant shared his thoughts on fighters having to navigate through setbacks, such as the recent unexpected loss of Ryan Garcia to Rolando “Rolly” Romero, which postponed a highly-anticipated rematch against Devin Haney. Despite past disruptions, Plant, who holds a professional record of 23 wins and 2 losses, emphasizes his focus is solely on Resendiz for now, recognizing how life-changing a victory would be for the underdog with a record of 15 wins and 2 losses.
The Rivalry with Jermall Charlo
The rivalry between Plant and Charlo gained traction earlier this year during a weigh-in for the Crawford-Spence fight where Plant reacted to Charlo’s perceived disrespect by slapping him. Charlo, who has had only one match in the past four years, is looking to regain his footing in the boxing world, and Plant understands that Charlo’s recent struggles with personal issues may lead him to prefer a tune-up fight before their anticipated clash.
Cautious Respect for Resendiz
Plant remains cautious about underestimating Resendiz, stating, “This is a big moment for him… I remember what it was like for me coming up and having a big moment like this.”
Plant’s prior experiences against world champions give him confidence, but he acknowledges that his opponent will come out looking for a decisive win.
Aiming for Future Opportunities
Moreover, Plant aims to build a winning streak that may open the door for a rematch with Canelo Alvarez in the future. Alvarez faces the formidable Terence Crawford in an upcoming fight, a matchup that Plant believes could be competitive despite the weight differences. He suggested that both fighters possess unique strengths, making the outcome uncertain but intriguing for fans.
