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Canelo Alvarez Begins The Riyadh Season On May 3rd Against Skull

The four-fight deal signed between Canelo Alvarez and Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia, for the Riyadh Season will kick off on May 3 in Riyadh against William Scull.

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20-year-old Canelo Alvarez made his first world title defense with final-round stoppage

Canelo Alvarez has been nothing short of impressive for well over a decade in boxing. Alvarez has only tasted defeat to Dmitry Bivol and Floyd Mayweather, as he is considered one of the greatest Mexican boxers of all time.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 15

Canelo Alvarez was held to a draw by a fighter with a 3-6 record in a shocking result

Canelo Alvarez almost suffered a humiliating defeat to a fighter with more losses than wins. Throughout his career, the Mexican has proven he has what it takes to overcome adversity.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 11

Canelo Alvarez moved up in weight to challenge 6ft Russian knockout machine

Canelo Alvarez has been in the pound-for-pound lists of fans for years, not only because of his impressive performances against men in his division but also his consistent desire to break new ground.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / April 10

Jake Paul misses out on fight with 5ft 5in boxing superstar after being snubbed by Canelo Alvarez

Jake Paul has revealed that he almost secured a monster showdown with one of the best pound-for-pound fighters on the planet. Since overcoming Mike Tyson, ‘The Problem Child’ has struggled to get his next contest over the line.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 8

Miguel Cotto had a brutal TKO win to set up Canelo Alvarez title bout in 2015

Miguel Cotto was one of the most dangerous fighters in his prime as the former world champion fought the very best. From Cotto competing in a huge money fight with Floyd Mayweather, to getting the better of Shane Mosley, ‘Junito’ provided boxing fans with some great moments.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 8

Shane Mosley named the ‘little guy’ who’s power surprised him more than Canelo Alvarez and Floyd Mayweather

Former world champion ‘Sugar’ Shane Mosley has one of the finest resumes in boxing history. With a brace of victories of Oscar De La Hoya, Mosley’s resume also includes names such as Canelo Alvarez, Manny Pacquiao, and Floyd Mayweather.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / April 5

Former boxing champion who fought Canelo Alvarez continues dominant run in new sport

Canelo Alvarez went to war with a man who’d go on to dominate the sport of BKFC. In his esteemed career, the Mexican has fought an array of gifted competitors with very few giving him problems.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 5

Canelo’s durable foe now a formidable bare-knuckle world champion

Canelo Alvarez has faced his fair share of elite opponents, but one seems to have found success not only in boxing but in bare-knuckle fighting too. Canelo holds a record of 62-2-2 and is set to make his bid to become a two-time undisputed super-middleweight world champion against William Scull on Cinco De Mayo weekend in Riyadh.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Canelo Alvarez: From Pay-Per-View Phenom to Boxing’s Highest-Earning Icon

Santos Saúl Álvarez Barragán AKA Canelo Alveraz is a professional boxer who has held multiple classes and lineal titles. He started his boxing career at 15 years of age in 2011, and was the youngest to claim WBC light middleweight title.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / April 3

Canelo Alvarez destroyed a trash talker with a brutal uppercut that caused a horrifying injury

Canelo Alvarez went head-to-head with one of the biggest trash talkers in boxing and came out on top. In his esteemed career, the Mexican has cemented his status as a combat sports legend, utilizing his phenomenal power and technical skills to compile an awe-inspiring resume.

Boxing News / MMA Weekly / March 31

Canelo Alvarez pays homage to the late George Foreman

George Foreman will forever be remembered as one of the greatest heavyweights ever. Since his death, positive messages regarding the knockout artist have flowed in, and Canelo Alvarez is the latest to share his thoughts about the iconic boxer.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 29

Jack Cullen reveals the shocking thing a boxing promoter said to him after he beat a former Canelo Alvarez opponent

Jack Cullen couldn’t believe what Barry Hearn said to him after his major victory against Avni Yildirim. On 31 July, 2021, at Matchroom Fight Camp, ‘Little Lever’s Meat Cleaver’, who’s scheduled to make his BKFC debut later tonight, went toe-to-toe with ‘Mr Robot’ in a super-middleweight clash.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / March 28

Canelo Alvarez was getting out-boxed until he found a terrifying knockout punch to destroy a legend

Canelo Alvarez landed a truly frightening knockout against one of the highest-profile opponents of his career. In his time in combat sports, the Mexican has amassed an incredible reputation for his innate boxing IQ and slick footwork.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Canelo's 'Cinco de Mayo' Fight Will Have Unusual Start Time.

Cinco De Mayo is Canelo's holiday we just live in it. As usual Saul "Canelo" Alvarez has a big fight scheduled for Cino De Mayo weekend though this time it will take place in the Middle East.

Boxing News / MMA Weekly / March 25

Jorge Masvidal undergoes intense training with Canelo Alvarez

Jorge Masvidal and Canelo Alvarez shared some knowledge as they trained together at the Capetillo Boxing Gym recently. The gym the pair attended is run by renowned boxing and MMA coach Jorge Capetillo and his son Brandon.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / March 21

Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford: Ryan Garcia Skeptical of One Fighter

Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) is expected to take place in September 2025 as the second fight of a four-fight agreement for the Mexican.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 20

Canelo Alvarez: What’s on the Agenda for the Mexican Legend?

Canelo Alvarez’s recent decision to sign a four-fight deal with Riyadh Season triggered delight amongst most boxing fans. The agreement effectively ended rumours about a potential fight with YouTuber Jake Paul, who has no place getting in the same ring as the Mexican.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / February 12

The logic behind Canelo Alvarez fighting before the Terence Crawford showdown

Canelo Alvarez has decided to withdraw from a potential showdown with internet sensation Jake Paul, opting instead to sign a lucrative four-fight deal with Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh.

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Boxing News / Yardbarker / February 3

Boxing’s biggest questions in 2025: Fights, comebacks and retirements

As 2025 unfolds, the boxing world is bracing for a year that could reshape multiple divisions and redefine legacies.

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Boxing News / Yardbarker / January 30

Can Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford deliver the Fight of the Year?

While a 2025 showdown between British heavyweights Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua remains in doubt—following Fury’s latest retirement claim—another potential superfight is generating serious momentum.

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Boxing News / MMA Weekly / November 22