Before the fighters entered the ring on Saturday night, the Canelo vs. Berlanga fight saw them come face to face at their final press conference.

The event comes ahead of Canelo Promotions’ presentation of a Mexican Independence Day extravaganza headlined by Mexican non-weight superstar Canelo Álvarez taking on undefeated title challenger Edgar Berlanga in a headline event on PBC Pay-Per-View, available on Prime Video, this Saturday, September 14, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

The press conference was attended by reigning WBA middleweight champion Erislandy “The American Dream” Lara and two-division world champion Danny “Swift” García, who will meet in a star-studded co-main event, a fight that will feature two of the most talented boxers of this era, who have joined forces to face a staggering 21 world champions ahead of this fight.

Also taking part in Thursday’s press conference were former super middleweight world champion Caleb Plant and undefeated contender Trevor McCumby, who will face off for the WBA interim super middleweight title, and former 140-pound world champion Rolando “Rolly” Romero and heavy-hitting Manuel Jaimes, who will square off in the first pay-per-view fight.

Also at the press conference were former unified super bantamweight world champion Stephen Fulton Jr. and all-time contender Carlos Castro, who headline a three-fight PBC on Prime Video card beginning at 6:00 PM ET/3:00 PM PT leading up to the pay-per-view. The live broadcast will be available for free to all fans regardless of Prime membership or purchase of the PPV card it leads into.

Rounding out the PBC on Prime Video lineup, as well as Thursday’s press conference, were welterweight contenders Roiman Villa and Mexican Ricardo Salas, as well as undefeated prospect Jonathan Lopez, who faced Richard Medina in a super featherweight bout.

In addition to being able to purchase PPV on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to purchase PPV through DAZN.com. Additionally, fans can purchase PPV on PPV.com. In addition to these options, fans will still be able to access the broadcast via customary cable and satellite channels.

Tickets for the live event are on sale now at AXS.com. The event is promoted by Canelo Promotions and TGB Promotions in association with Matchroom Boxing.

Here’s what the players had to say on Thursday in an interview with MGM Grand:

ERISLANDY LARA

“Motivation comes straightforward to me because I only think about my family and everyone I fight for. That makes me want to get up and work demanding every day.

“Danny is a great fighter and a champion in the lower weight classes, but middleweight is a completely different beast. We have to see if he can adapt to this different weight class.

“I don’t know if he can handle the force of my punches. We’ll find out on Saturday. I’m focused on being mentally and physically ready to do whatever it takes to win.

“I’m not really worried about the weight or height advantage, I’m just focused on getting in there and doing my best.

“We will continue to defend this title and look for the biggest and best fights.”

DANNY GARCIA

“It’s been a tough training camp and now it’s time to get in there and get the belt. The demanding work has been done and now we’re ready to get in there on Saturday night.

“For me, I feel like I’m already a Hall of Famer, but I think winning this belt is the cherry on top. Winning three divisions is a legacy thing, not many fighters do that. I’m striving for greatness.

“Lara has been here a long time, as have I, and we are two battle-hardened warriors. I know what I’m up against and I’ve prepared for it. I’m here to show the world that I’m a better man.

“It means the world to me to have my father on my side. Anyone can coach you, but the spiritual bond with your coach can take you to another level. That’s what gives us a special bond. When no one else believed, we believed.

“People have tried to tell me I’m too diminutive my whole career. I was naturally a huge guy who cut weight. For me, I’m naturally a middleweight. That’s my weight and I’m comfortable at it. If you don’t believe me, you’ll have to watch it.

“It never gets ancient, but I definitely remember being here 11 years ago fighting Lucas Matthysse at Mayweather vs. Canelo and people saying I was going to steal the show then too. It’s just another day of demanding work for me.”

CALEB’S PLANT

“Trevor knows for himself that I’m not a bum, and that’s why he wants to fight me. He wants to be on the huge stage, and that means he has to face a real fighter. Now he’s looking at a real fighter. He’s only fought bums, but he’s not fighting a bum now.

“We’ll see what he brings on Saturday. He’s unbeaten and wants to stay unbeaten. So he’ll come motivated.

“Family means the world to me. It means a lot to have my whole family in the gym with me. Having a team like that makes the whole process so much better.

“I know a lot of people say that, but this is the best camp I’ve had and the toughest I’ve ever boxed. I’ve been busy, I’ve looked acute and we’ll see what he can do against this.

“I’m going to put this belt around my waist on Saturday night. I’m not going to miss it. Whatever happens after that, we’ll be ready.”

TREVOR MCCUMBY

“We are ready to fight. It is very motivating to be on the card with all these great fighters and I am grateful to be here with them at this great event.

“There’s no bad blood on my side, I’m just ready to fight. There’s going to be certain things said at these press conferences, and I think Caleb has to make his opponent a villain when he goes in there. I don’t really let that get to my head. I go in there to take care of business.

“What happened gave us a little motivation. Caleb is emotional and lets people get into his head too easily.

“On Saturday you’ll see what I can do in the ring. There’s no hostility in me, but I’m going for his heart.

“The win is huge because Caleb is a last name. We’re trying to get through each other and it makes it a match made in heaven. I don’t know how it’s going to work out for him, but you’ve got to tune in because he’s going to steal the show.”

ROLANDO ROMERO

“I’m elated to be back on the huge stage. It’s just another fight and another opponent for me.

“Every fight is essential and I will not ignore him. Saturday is going to be a great night and I intend to deliver the best moments. Rolly is back.

“I’m definitely going for the knockout. I’m not taking it lightly at all, I’m just ready.”

MANUEL JAIMES

“I’m really excited to be here and on this card with all these great fighters. I’ve had a really tough training camp and I’m coming in to win on Saturday.

“This is the most essential moment of my career. There is nothing bigger than this stage. We had a great training camp and I am ready to win on Saturday.

“Rolly is a really good fighter and he’s been up there with the best. But I’m newborn and hungry and I’ll outwork him on Saturday.

“We had the best sparring in the world in Robert Garcia’s camp preparing for this fight. Rolly has lost before and he will lose again.”

STEPHEN FULTON JR

“It’s good to be back. I’m excited to be back. I can’t wait to get in there and show what I can do. I can’t wait. I’m definitely coming for the knockout on Saturday.

“I had the best training camp for this fight. I didn’t skip a single day. I just took it day by day. I feel like I’m in a great place and I’m ready to step into the ring.

“I feel like it was the right opponent for me because he’s a top contender. But I would fight the champion if he was available and willing, so after that Castro was just another fighter.

“I’ve really missed being in the ring. I’m not worried about any negativity from anyone. People will always have something to say. I’ll just keep doing my thing and doing whatever I have to do.

“I’m here to express myself and come back. This is my comeback. Whoever has the belt at 126, I’m ready.”

CARLOS CASTRO

“This is something I’ve been waiting for. I’ve had two losses, but these are the fights I want. I’m not going to shy away from anyone because I’m in this sport to prove myself.

“I was there with the best and that’s what I’m doing again. Those experiences prepared me mentally for what I have to do.

“I take my hat off to Fulton and what he’s done in the sport, but Saturday night is a completely different story. He’s going to have a great fighter in front of him.

“Being in these types of fights gives me extra motivation. Especially against a fighter like that. I’m ready to show everyone my best.”

VILLA ROIMAN

“I am so grateful to my entire team for making this fight possible. I can’t wait to get in the ring on Saturday night.

“But I had a great high-altitude training camp. I did everything I had to do and I’m ready for this win. It ends with a knockout.”

RICARDO SALAS

“I’m really excited about this fight. I dedicate this fight to my family and I can’t wait to show everyone what I can do on Saturday.

“I’ve been focused on preparing as demanding as I can for this fight because I want to put on a great show for the fans and that’s exactly what we’re going to do.

“I think we’re both ready for hand-to-hand combat. That’s exactly what I like. I can’t wait because the fans are really going to love it.”

JONATHAN LOPEZ

“I’m super elated to be on this card and showcase my skills and talent. This is a great opportunity for me and I can’t wait for Saturday.

“I’m just ready to be in the moment. But I’m just treating it like another day at the office. I’m ready to show my talent on Saturday night.

“I was there with some guys with a lot of experience. I just tell myself I have to dominate every fight, and that’s what I come here to do.”