Saul Canelo Alvarez Poised for Ring Return after Tumultuous Year
4 years ago

Saul Canelo Alvarez Poised for Ring Return after Tumultuous Year

News 18  

Fight week for Saul Canelo Alvarez usually involves a glitzy public arrival at a Las Vegas casino with fans screaming for his attention. I’m just getting ready for what’s coming, so that’s the same.” Every popular fighter thrives on his fans’ adulation and encouragement to some degree, but Alvarez knows he’ll have to find new sources of motivation. “We’re always ready for big challenges, and thank God we were able to have this fight in 2020,” Alvarez said. “We’re ready to close out the year with a big bang, and I want to close it out as the champ.” Alvarez appeared to be nowhere close to a return three months ago when he filed a lawsuit against his longtime promoter, Oscar De La Hoya’s Golden Boy, and streaming platform DAZN. Alvarez immediately booked a fight with Smith for the vacant WBC super middleweight title and Smith’s WBA version of the 168-pound belt.

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Canelo Alvarez wins unanimous decision in dominating title defense against Edgar Berlanga
3 months, 1 week ago

Canelo Alvarez wins unanimous decision in dominating title defense against Edgar Berlanga

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Super middleweight champion Saul “Canelo” Alvarez outpointed challenger Edgar Berlanga on Saturday night in front of a sold-out crowd at T-Mobile Arena. Canelo Alvarez reacts before fighting Edgar Berlanga in a super middleweight title bout Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Las Vegas. Canelo Alvarez celebrates after defeating Edgar Berlanga in a super middleweight title bout Saturday, Sept. …

‘Canelo’ Alvarez pummels Berlanga to retain super middleweight boxing belts
3 months, 1 week ago

‘Canelo’ Alvarez pummels Berlanga to retain super middleweight boxing belts

Al Jazeera  

Mexican superstar Saul “Canelo” Alvarez has retained his unified super middleweight world title with a punishing unanimous decision over Edgar Berlanga in Las Vegas. “I’m the best fighter in the world,” added Alvarez, who improved to 62-2-2 and retained his World Boxing Association, World Boxing Council and World Boxing Organization belts. Alvarez bounces back Alvarez was stripped of his International …

The simple reason why Canelo is not fighting David Benavidez
3 months, 1 week ago

The simple reason why Canelo is not fighting David Benavidez

The Independent  

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Dana White challenges Canelo Álvarez: I’ll take one of his Vegas dates
3 months, 1 week ago

Dana White challenges Canelo Álvarez: I’ll take one of his Vegas dates

LA Times  

Canelo Álvarez was featured in his first Las Vegas fight in 2010 when he was just 19 years old. The Jalisco native will once again headline the Mexican Independence Day weekend fight card at T-Mobile Arena, the same venue where UFC president Dana White wanted to host Noche UFC. Seeking to commemorate the “Mexican fighting spirit,” White wanted T-Mobile Arena …

Canelo Alvarez to defend super middleweight titles against Edgar Berlanga on Sept. 14 in Las Vegas
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Canelo Alvarez to defend super middleweight titles against Edgar Berlanga on Sept. 14 in Las Vegas

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Canelo Alvarez will defend his super middleweight titles against Edgar Berlanga on Sept. 14 in Las Vegas as he returns for another fight during Mexican Independence Day weekend. Alvarez will put the WBC, WBA and WBO versions of the 168-pound title on the line in the bout at T-Mobile Arena, which will be available by pay-per-view on …

Canelo Alvarez dominates Jermell Charlo to retain undisputed super middleweight world title
1 year, 2 months ago

Canelo Alvarez dominates Jermell Charlo to retain undisputed super middleweight world title

The Hindu  

Saul “Canelo” Alvarez reaffirmed his super middleweight supremacy on Saturday with a devastating unanimous decision victory over Jermell Charlo to retain his undisputed world title. “And then I changed the punch and that’s what happened.” Alvarez improved to 60-2-2 with 39 knockouts and backed up his claim that a high-altitude training camp in the California mountains had restored the fitness …

'Why Not?' Boxing phenomenon Canelo Álvarez hints at a future clash with Jake Paul in a high-stakes boxing extravaganza
1 year, 2 months ago

'Why Not?' Boxing phenomenon Canelo Álvarez hints at a future clash with Jake Paul in a high-stakes boxing extravaganza

Hindustan Times  

The reigning super middleweight boxing champion, Saul Álvarez, also famously known as Canelo, has hinted at the possibility of facing social media superstar Jake Paul in a boxing match once he has concluded his career in the sport. Boxing Superstar Canelo Álvarez teases potential showdown with Jake Paul in post-retirement bout Canelo expressed his openness to the idea, suggesting that …

Canelo Álvarez’s decline is inevitable. Is there anyone to take his mantle in boxing?
1 year, 2 months ago

Canelo Álvarez’s decline is inevitable. Is there anyone to take his mantle in boxing?

LA Times  

Canelo Álvarez, left, and Jermell Charlo pose during their weigh-in at Toshiba Plaza in Las Vegas on Friday afternoon. Several times Wednesday, during the final news conference before his fight Saturday against Jermell Charlo, Canelo Álvarez was referred to as boxing’s biggest superstar. Álvarez hasn’t looked particularly sharp since stopping Caleb Plant to become the undisputed super middleweight champion almost …

Canelo Alvarez returning home to Guadalajara to fight John Ryder
1 year, 7 months ago

Canelo Alvarez returning home to Guadalajara to fight John Ryder

The Hindu  

Fighting in his native Guadalajara for the first time in 12 years has presented some different challenges for Saul Alvarez, like finding out just how many tickets he needs to accommodate family and friends. “Canelo” Alvarez is one of the best boxers in the world and he will return home on Saturday to face British rival John Ryder at the …

Alvarez on track for May return after wrist surgery
2 years, 1 month ago

Alvarez on track for May return after wrist surgery

The Hindu  

Saul “Canelo” Alvarez is on schedule to return to the ring in May following surgery on a left wrist injury, the undisputed super middleweight champion said. The Mexican beat Gennadiy Golovkin for the second time to complete their trilogy of bouts in September, after which he said he needed surgery -- and could seek a rematch with WBA light-heavyweight champion …

What comes next for Canelo Alvarez after beating Gennady Golovkin?
2 years, 3 months ago

What comes next for Canelo Alvarez after beating Gennady Golovkin?

Daily Mail  

Canelo Alvarez returned to winning ways on Saturday as he boxed his way to a unanimous points win against Gennady Golovkin to end their trilogy. Canelo Alvarez picked up a comfortable points win against Gennady Golovkin on Saturday Despite his win, Canelo did not look to be at his best against Golovkin in Las Vegas But he was made to …

Canelo Alvarez handed boxing lesson by Dmitry Bivol to set up tantalising rematch
2 years, 7 months ago

Canelo Alvarez handed boxing lesson by Dmitry Bivol to set up tantalising rematch

The Independent  

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On This Day in 2016: Amir Khan suffers a brutal defeat to champion Saul Alvarez
2 years, 7 months ago

On This Day in 2016: Amir Khan suffers a brutal defeat to champion Saul Alvarez

The Independent  

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Canelo Álvarez says he is open to the unthinkable — fighting for a heavyweight title
2 years, 7 months ago

Canelo Álvarez says he is open to the unthinkable — fighting for a heavyweight title

LA Times  

Canelo Álvarez, left, poses with boxer Dmitry Bivol during a weigh-in in advance of their boxing match on March 2 in San Diego. If Álvarez wins that bout — he’ll be the favorite against the 40-year-old Golovkin — he’ll set his sights on unifying the light heavyweight titles by fighting the division’s two other beltholders, Artur Beterbiev and Joe Smith …

Canelo Alvarez serves Billy Joe Saunders a brutal reminder of why he is boxing’s king
3 years, 7 months ago

Canelo Alvarez serves Billy Joe Saunders a brutal reminder of why he is boxing’s king

The Independent  

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Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders result: Mexican wins by knockout to unify WBC, WBA and WBO titles
3 years, 7 months ago

Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders result: Mexican wins by knockout to unify WBC, WBA and WBO titles

The Independent  

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Canelo Alvarez Stops Billy Saunders to Unify Boxing's Super Middleweight Titles
3 years, 7 months ago

Canelo Alvarez Stops Billy Saunders to Unify Boxing's Super Middleweight Titles

News 18  

Saul “Canelo” Alvarez stopped Billy Joe Saunders in eight rounds on Saturday to unify three super middleweight titles in front of the largest US crowd in history to watch an indoor boxing event. Four weight world champion Alvarez retained his World Boxing Council and World Boxing Association titles and seized the Saunders’ World Boxing Organization belt when the previously undefeated …

Canelo Alvarez beats Billy Joe Saunders to unify titles in front of record crowd
3 years, 7 months ago

Canelo Alvarez beats Billy Joe Saunders to unify titles in front of record crowd

Firstpost  

The wildly popular Mexican added another belt in the super middleweight division, handing Billy Joe Saunders his first loss when the English boxer didn’t come out for the ninth round Saturday night. Arlington: Big ring or small, Texas judges or not, Canelo Alvarez wasn’t going to disappoint a huge pro-Mexico crowd in another fight in Texas. The wildly popular Mexican …

Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders: Supreme Mexican aims to show why he’s boxing’s king
3 years, 7 months ago

Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders: Supreme Mexican aims to show why he’s boxing’s king

The Independent  

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Canelo Alvarez ‘motivated to hit Billy Joe Saunders more’ after Briton’s pre-fight antics
3 years, 7 months ago

Canelo Alvarez ‘motivated to hit Billy Joe Saunders more’ after Briton’s pre-fight antics

The Independent  

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Canelo's unification fight remains true to sport amid circus
3 years, 7 months ago

Canelo's unification fight remains true to sport amid circus

LA Times  

Floyd Mayweather Jr. fighting a YouTuber? Sports Go inside Mexican star boxer Canelo Álvarez’s gym, where a champion is molded At Canelo Álvarez’s gym in San Diego, he’s worked with trainer Eddy Reynoso to prep for Saturday’s fight against Billy Joe Saunders. The only boxing match to transcend the sport and become a mainstream attraction over the last year was …

Alvarez headlines first boxing card at Dolphins home stadium
3 years, 10 months ago

Alvarez headlines first boxing card at Dolphins home stadium

The Hindu  

With a growing reputation as boxing's most popular fighter, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez is preparing to showcase his skills at the home of the Miami Dolphins. “Without question, it is great motivation.” Without COVID-19 crowd restrictions, Alvarez would have likely attracted more than the 20% limit allowed at the 65,000-seat venue for Saturday's bout. READ: “Our last fight, 12,000 were allowed …

Alvarez dominates Smith to capture super-middleweight titles
4 years ago

Alvarez dominates Smith to capture super-middleweight titles

The Hindu  

Canelo Alvarez unanimously outpointed previously undefeated Callum Smith to win the WBA & Ring super-middleweight championships and vacant WBC super-middleweight title at the Alamodome. Alvarez dominated his only bout this year, repeatedly hitting Smith with straight rights and right hooks to the head over 12 rounds. Alvarez landed a series of straight rights and right hooks to the head early …

Canelo Alvarez teaches Callum Smith a brutal lesson in boxing humility
4 years ago

Canelo Alvarez teaches Callum Smith a brutal lesson in boxing humility

The Independent  

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Hernández: Canelo Alvarez had a chance to elevate his ambitions, and it's gone
4 years ago

Hernández: Canelo Alvarez had a chance to elevate his ambitions, and it's gone

LA Times  

Four-division champion Canelo Alvarez made his long-awaited return to the ring Saturday, defeating Callum Smith by unanimous decision over 12 rounds at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Sports Canelo Alvarez dominates Callum Smith to win by unanimous decision Four-division champion Canelo Alvarez made his long-awaited return to the ring Saturday, defeating Callum Smith by unanimous decision over 12 rounds at …

Canelo Alvarez vs Callum Smith preview, prediction: Expect Mexican to methodically break down the British challenger
4 years ago

Canelo Alvarez vs Callum Smith preview, prediction: Expect Mexican to methodically break down the British challenger

Firstpost  

Canelo’s experience, plus the difference in skill level, means it’s only a matter of time before the Mexican slips into high gear and leaves Smith behind. After falling out with Oscar De La Hoya’s Golden Boy Promotions and streamer DAZN, Canelo, now the hottest free agent in the business, will look to capture three super-middleweight titles against Britain’s Callum Smith. …

Canelo Alvarez poised for ring return after tumultuous year - Sports News - Sportstar
4 years ago

Canelo Alvarez poised for ring return after tumultuous year - Sports News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Fight week for Saul “Canelo” Alvarez usually involves a glitzy public arrival at a Las Vegas casino with fans screaming for his attention. I’m just getting ready for what’s coming, so that’s the same.” Every popular fighter thrives on his fans’ adulation and encouragement to some degree, but Alvarez knows he’ll have to find new sources of motivation. “We’re always …

Canelo Alvarez poised for ring return after tumultuous year
4 years ago

Canelo Alvarez poised for ring return after tumultuous year

Associated Press  

Fight week for Saul “Canelo” Alvarez usually involves a glitzy public arrival at a Las Vegas casino with fans screaming for his attention. I’m just getting ready for what’s coming, so that’s the same.” Every popular fighter thrives on his fans’ adulation and encouragement to some degree, but Alvarez knows he’ll have to find new sources of motivation. “We’re always …

AP Interview: Smith looks for family revenge against Alvarez
4 years ago

AP Interview: Smith looks for family revenge against Alvarez

Associated Press  

Callum Smith had a front row seat to see his brother dismantled by Canelo Alvarez in a bruising light-middleweight title fight in 2016. “I’ve watched every single fight Canelo’s ever had, but it’s a bit different when you get in there with him,” Callum Smith told the AP. He’s always there for advice, shots he feels Canelo may throw against …

Billy Joe Saunders reiterates desire to fight Canelo Alvarez next after Martin Murray win
4 years ago

Billy Joe Saunders reiterates desire to fight Canelo Alvarez next after Martin Murray win

Daily Mail  

Billy Joe Saunders claims he is in his prime after beating Martin Murray via a unanimous decision to keep his WBO super-middleweight title on Friday. Billy Joe Saunders revealed he is in his prime after beating Martin Murray on Friday The 38-year-old extended his career record to 30-0 with a unanimous points win Saunders claimed that the victory was nothing …

Canelo Alvaez to face Callum Smith on December 19 in USA
4 years, 1 month ago

Canelo Alvaez to face Callum Smith on December 19 in USA

The Hindu  

Canelo Alvarez will return to the ring in a super middleweight title fight against Callum Smith on December 19 in the United States, the boxers announced on Wednesday. READ | Neither man has fought since last November, when Alvarez stopped Sergey Kovalev in 11 rounds to take the WBO light heavyweight belt. “I've been wanting a big fight since becoming …

Canelo Alvarez takes on Callum Smith on Dec. 19 in Texas in first fight of post-Golden Boy era
4 years, 1 month ago

Canelo Alvarez takes on Callum Smith on Dec. 19 in Texas in first fight of post-Golden Boy era

LA Times  

Canelo Alvarez celebrates after defeating Sergey Kovalev by knockout in a light-heavyweight WBO title bout on Nov. 2, 2019, in Las Vegas. Canelo Alvarez claimed perhaps the biggest victory of his career earlier this month when a lawsuit he’d filed against promoter Golden Boy ultimately led to his release from the company and unrestricted free agent status. Alvarez and the …

Canelo Alvarez’s split from Golden Boy Promotions is official
4 years, 1 month ago

Canelo Alvarez’s split from Golden Boy Promotions is official

LA Times  

Canelo Alvarez poses for photos after defeating Sergey Kovalev by knockout on Nov. 2, 2019, in Las Vegas. Middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez officially became boxing’s biggest free agent after agreeing to a split with Oscar De La Hoya and Golden Boy Promotions, his manager announced on Friday. Eddy Reynoso, who also coaches the four-division champion from Mexico, said in a …

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