Berlanga vs. Sheeraz: WBC Title Eliminator in Queens

On July 12, 2025, Edgar Berlanga will face Hamzah Sheeraz in a WBC super middleweight title eliminator at Queens' Louis Armstrong Stadium, with Berlanga seeking redemption after his loss to Canelo Alvarez. The matchup is marked by heightened tensions not only between the fighters but also between Berlanga and Oscar De La Hoya, following heated verbal exchanges and a chaotic press conference. Sheeraz, making his U.S. debut and moving up in weight, remains focused on Berlanga despite speculation about future fights. The undercard includes Shakur Stevenson defending his WBC lightweight title against William Zepeda and Alberto Puello putting his WBC junior welterweight title on the line against Subriel Matias. Berlanga, a Brooklyn native with a challenging upbringing, is motivated by his local roots as he headlines in his hometown for the first time in over two years. The globally broadcast event on DAZN Pay-Per-View is expected to draw significant attention as both main event fighters pursue a world title shot.