Canelo shows sportsmanship, is first to Khan's side after knocking him out
Canelo Alvarez had the sports world in awe Saturday night with his devastating knockout of Amir Khan, and what he did immediately after was almost as impressive.
Alvarez was the first person at Khan's side as he lay prone on the canvas. Medics rushed in to attend to him, and Khan eventually regained his senses and his feet, then was able to give his post-fight interview.
"I was getting in the ring with a big guy," Khan said. "Unfortunately I didn't make it to the end."
Canelo Alvarez reacts after knocking down Amir Khan.
Khan went to the hospital as a precaution but tweeted to his fans that he was OK.
Im okay everyone ? thats boxing for you, congrats to @Canelo monster punch, much love to all the fans! #CaneloKhan pic.twitter.com/oQcqZQrsLl
— Amir Khan (@amirkingkhan) May 8, 2016
While Alvarez earned respect, Khan did too, for stepping up to the challenge, despite the outcome.
He has the speed. He had the power. Most of all he has respect and class. #canelo
— Tim Kennedy (@TimKennedyMMA) May 8, 2016
@amirkingkhan @Canelo well dun Amir u dun us Proud,God Bless. Nigel
— Nigel Benn (@NigelGBenn) May 8, 2016
Love how @amirkingkhan conducted himself after fight. You did stepped up & took a tough loss like a champ-Respect! @HBOboxing #CaneloKhan
— Rosie Perez (@rosieperezbklyn) May 8, 2016
Shout out to @amirkingkhan for stepping up. He says he's going down to 147. #CaneloKhan pic.twitter.com/BVMxJO4tcz
— RoundByRoundBoxing (@RBRBoxing) May 8, 2016
Respect to @Canelo for going to see how @amirkingkhan was after that punch. Bring on Canelo vs. @GGGBoxing.
— Tom Marshall (@mexicoworldcup) May 8, 2016
Much respect to @amirkingkhan showing heart goin up to fights a bigger guy respect Canelo for the W bring on his real weight @GGGBoxing ??
— Mr. Capone-E (@MrCaponeE) May 8, 2016
I just won bet. No surprise. I pray he's okay. #sizematters #CaneloKhan This fight was preordained. Shame. Kudos to Amir for doing his best.
— Lou DiBella (@loudibella) May 8, 2016
This is what we were ALL worried about. God please bless Amir Khan. #CaneloKhan
— Sergio Mora (@TheLatinSnake_) May 8, 2016
