Edgar Berlanga faces battery charges following Florida arrest

Boxer Edgar Berlanga was arrested on October 26 in Lakeland, Florida, on charges of misdemeanor battery and felony aggravated battery related to an incident from October 18. His bail is set at $16,000 and a court hearing is scheduled for November 17, where he will enter a plea. Berlanga is known for his recent fight against Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez in 2024, which he lost by unanimous decision. If convicted, the battery charge could lead to significant jail time, with the felony charge carrying a potential sentence of up to 15 years.

• 11:02 PMYahoo Sports — Zuffa Boxing star Edgar Berlanga arrested, charged with 2 counts of battery in Florida