A significant development in the boxing world has emerged as Caleb Plant publicly challenged Jermall Charlo to a match via Instagram. The tension between these two fighters dates back to an altercation in July 2023, where Plant was involved in a physical confrontation with Charlo, resulting in a slap. Despite this incident, their unresolved conflict has persisted for nearly two years. Plant expressed his readiness to "lock horns" with Charlo, signaling his desire to settle matters in the ring.

Meanwhile, ESPN revealed that Charlo, who boasts an impressive record of 33 wins and no losses, is among the top contenders being considered for Canelo Alvarez's next bout on May 4th in Riyadh. This fight will mark Alvarez's first under a four-fight agreement with Turki Al-Sheikh's Riyadh Season. Alvarez aims to use this match as a stepping stone towards his highly anticipated clash with Terence Crawford on September 13th. If Charlo secures a lucrative offer from Turki, he may prioritize this opportunity over facing Plant.

Plant, a former IBF super middleweight champion, seeks a worthy opponent following his notable ninth-round knockout victory over Trevor McCumby last September in Las Vegas. With Charlo potentially tied up with Alvarez, Plant might need to explore alternative matchups. However, if Charlo remains available, Plant's eagerness to engage in a high-stakes battle demonstrates his commitment to advancing his career through challenging encounters. Regardless of the outcome, the boxing community eagerly awaits the next moves from these fighters, embodying the spirit of perseverance and determination in the sport.