#CaneloRyder: Puebla/Jalisco Belt Unveiled

This morning at the main hall of the Mexican Chamber of Deputies, the president of the WBC, Mauricio Sulaimán, Héctor Sulaiman, president of Scholas Ocurrentes Mexico and Ignacio Mier Velazco, coordinator of the parliamentary group of Morena and president of JUCOPO, unveiled the commemorative belt that will be presented to the  winner of Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez vs. John Ryder, on May 6.

The WBC has worked together with indigenous communities, highlighting diverse cultures through Mexican artisans who have transformed the WBC belt into art, each one representing the best of their culture.

Today, we present a new commemorative belt designed by a “Puebla / Jalisco” collaboration. A belt created by hands of artisans that came together to create a piece of vibrant colors with majestic representations of each state.

With regional dances and an incredible show that represented the best of Puebla and Jalisco, the handmade belt was unveiled.

The belt possess  a mixture of color, from fiery reds and oranges to light blues and greens; However, this unique piece has intricate details that make it really special. The iconic China Poblana on one side, which represents a symbol of strength and resistance in Mexican culture. And behind it is the majestic Popocatépetl volcano, as a testimony of power and nature beauty.

Meanwhile, on the Jalisco side, the belt pays homage to the region’s most famous crop: the agave. This plant, which is used to produce the Mexican alcohol tequila;  lays as a symbol of hard work and celebration. Likewise, in the button panels there´s the charro suit, a symbol of strength, elegance and poise; finally, the volcano of Tequila lays as a representation of the beauty of the relief of the Mexican West.

This belt is a true masterpiece, a testament to creativity and ingenuity of Mexican artisans that represents not only their own achievements but also the rich cultural heritage of this beautiful country.

Artisan Angélica Moreno from the Talavera de la Reyna workshop explained that the plate was detailed with a special process where metal and marble were fused through an elegant and subtle design that emphasized the silhouette of “Talavera flower” and by the silhouette of the agave, both representative figures of both Puebla and Jalisco.

She added that working on this piece was a true honor, since she recognized the importance of this belt that will go around the world and that will put Mexico in the spotlight.

WBC President, Mauricio Sulaimán, was extremely enthusiastic on presenting this beautiful WBC jewel, a gift from Mexico to the world that has the hearts of two wonderful states that remind us of our roots.

He explained that the green and gold belt is the emblem of the WBC and the highest recognition for those who enter the ring aiming to conquer glory; however, in its tireless search for innovation, the organization created a series of special and unique belts, in order to reward and recognize the fights that transcended in boxing history.

Thus, the WBC Commemorative belts were born as a special trophy, in which Mexico and the WBC award to fighters who face each other on the two most important dates for Mexico and boxing: May 5 (Batalla de Puebla) and September 16 (Mexico’s Independence Day).

Finally, he thanked everyone who put their soul on this unique piece that managed to merge the best of both cultures.

For Ignacio Mier Velazco, coordinator of the Morena parliamentary group, this day is historic for everyone, since it is not only the unveiling of a belt that will once again raise the name of Mexico but also recognize two states rich in traditions and culture.

He thanked Mauricio Sulaimán for the opportunity the WBC has given to transform the green and gold title and bring together sport and culture, and added: this belt is a message to the world that Mexicans are people of work, unity, proud of their traditions but above all of its people.

An spectacular presentation ceremony in which great members of the boxing family were on attendance, such as Humberto González, Pipino Cuevas, Lulú Juárez, Isaac Bustos, Erik Ortiz, Luis Ceja, Juan Hernández, Juan Francisco Martínez, Daniel Domínguez, Víctor Rabanales, Jorge Lacierva, Estrella Valverde, Judith Rodríguez, María Elena Villalobos, David Picasso, Esmeralda Moreno, Juan Pablo Romero, and the Olympic medalist Antonio Roldán.