Edgar Berlanga: Not The Fighter, The Man Speaking From The Heart, Guard Down

Edgar Berlanga: Not The Fighter, The Man Speaking From The Heart, Guard Down

March 19, 2026 · 1h 10m · Season 2 · Episode 32

About this episode

Edgar Berlanga shares his personal journey, family dynamics, and insights into his boxing career in a candid conversation.

We sit down with Brooklyn’s own Edgar Berlanga for one of his most honest and revealing conversations yet. This isn’t just about boxing, this is about the man behind the fighter . Berlanga opens up about growing up in Brooklyn as a proud Puerto Rican, the influence of his family, and the complicated but powerful relationship he has with his father. Despite his father being in and out of prison throughout his life, Berlanga shares how that bond shaped him, and why love and  motivation define their connection today. We also get into his career and what’s next. From his focus on making a major comeback in the ring , to having a deal in place and a fight date on the horizon, Berlanga addresses everything, including the tough loss to Hamzah Sheeraz on July 12 at the Armstrong Theater in Flushing . He speaks candidly about that moment, what he learned from it, and how it’s fueling his next chapter. We also talk potential matchups, including a possible clash with Chris Eubank Jr. , and where he stands in today’s evolving boxing landscape, including his thoughts on influencer boxing and names like Jake Paul . Beyond the ring, this episode shows a…

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