Caleb Plant lost his first professional fight Saturday. He took on Canelo Alvarez for the unified super-middleweight championship and fell short of getting the job done. While Canelo made history by becoming boxing's first ever Mexican unified champion, Plant's night ended on a bitter note.
Many fans have been left wondering what's next for Caleb Pant. 'Sweethands" addressed the public via social media:
"I’ve bent most the world to my will and done it with nothing but passion and skill. I’ll be back. I showed I belong on the top level and I’ll be champion of the world again. I’ve never been scared to go big or go out on my shield. Thank you to all the fans and all my supporters."
Plant getting TKO'd by Canelo Alvarez in the 11th round does not mean he has lost his credibility. Caleb Plant showed immense will and determination on Saturday. He proved he belonged amongst the best.
Further, Caleb Plant is still one of his division's biggest draws and can pull in some big money fights. Opponents like Callum Smith and Billy Joe Saunders (if and when he returns) could be great tests for the 29 year-old.
The key for Caleb Plant is to remain active and bounce back from this defeat. Plant has proven he can bounce back from personal setbacks and will look to do the same with his boxing career.
Why was Caleb Plant taken to hospital after his fight with Canelo Alvarez?
Caleb Plant was not present during the post-fight press conference. The reason for his absence was later revealed as a precautionary hospital visit after suffering a TKO.
Fans can be relieved as it was just for 'observation', as reported by ESPN. Plant is fully cleared to begin his climb back up the 168 lb ranks.