Edgar Berlanga

Edgar Berlanga is an active professional boxer from the United States. He is a Super Middleweight contender and a former world title challenger.

Player Profile and Personal Life

Edgar Luis Berlanga Jr. was born on May 18, 1997, in Brooklyn, New York City, USA. The American fighter is 185 cm tall, and his wingspan is identical to his height.

He has competed as a Super Middleweight for his entire professional tenure. Berlanga is recognized for his power-punching approach and fights from an orthodox position.

He is of Puerto Rican descent and represents his heritage in his boxing career.

Career

Berlanga began his professional campaign in 2016 following a successful amateur period that saw him win multiple U.S. National Championships at the youth and junior levels.

He started his professional run with 16 consecutive first-round knockout victories. His first fight to go the distance was a decision win over Demond Nicholson in 2021. He continued his undefeated streak with victories against contenders such as Steve Rolls and Jason Quigley.

This series of wins led to a world title opportunity in a rivalry with unified champion Canelo Álvarez in September 2024. Berlanga lost the contest via unanimous decision. His next bout was against David Morrell, where he suffered a second consecutive defeat.

Career Record:

Total - 25

Wins - 23

• By knockout - 18
• By decision - 5

Losses - 2

• By knockout - 0
• By decision - 2

Draws - 0

Medal Record

• 2015 - US Youth National Championships, Men’s Middleweight, Gold
• 2013 - US Youth National Championships, Men’s Welterweight, Silver