It is undoubtedly one of boxing’s most overworked sayings. Yet it is one that will forever represent the most important moment in a fighter’s career.

So, Canelo Alvarez’s three-fight deal with PBC has crumbled after just a single outing, and now it looks as if the Mexican will head back to Matchroom and DAZN.

Canelo Alvarez was supposed to be fading, and fight number 64 was to be the verification. Injuries, declining performances, and a shock defeat, boxing had all the proof it needed.

Whilst Las Vegas plays host to boxing royalty, Britain hopes to crown one of its own on a weekend of physically intriguing match-ups.

Canelo Alvarez’s hand is raised after claiming a unanimous points decision win on home soil

Canelo Alvarez is ready to return to Mexico for a homecoming party attended by over 50,000 fans. But whilst they bay for blood, the most likely, yet unlikely, party pooper is ready to deliver silence.