Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford are set to face off in a highly anticipated superfight for The Ring and undisputed super middleweight title on September 13 in Las Vegas. This historic match will be streamed worldwide through Netflix, available at no extra cost to its vast subscriber base of over 300 million, as announced by His Excellency Turki Alalshikh.
Alvarez, a defining figure in boxing and holder of the 168-pound championship, will defend his title against Crawford, an emerging Hall of Famer who is moving up two weight classes for what promises to be the toughest challenge of his illustrious career.
Alalshikh emphasized the significance of this matchup, stating, “On September 13, Canelo and Crawford, two legends of boxing, will finally compete against each other in the fight of the century.” The promotional campaign for the Riyadh Season event will begin on June 20 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where the fighters previously met during Alvarez’s victory over William Scull.
Dana White, involved in organizing the event, expressed excitement over promoting such a significant fight, declaring it a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Alvarez boasts a record of 62 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws, with 39 knockouts, making him The Ring’s No. 8 pound-for-pound boxer and an icon in the sport. This fight marks the tenth defense of his championship title.
“I’m super happy to be making history again… On September 13, I’m ready to show once again that I am the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world,” stated Alvarez, who is 34 years old.
Meanwhile, Crawford, ranked No. 3 in pound-for-pound standings, is successfully transitioning to 154 pounds, where he remains The Ring’s No. 1 boxer. With an impeccable record of 41 wins and no losses, Crawford is eager to showcase his prowess against Alvarez. He stated confidently, “My perfect record speaks for itself… On September 13, my hand will be raised once again as the world watches greatness.”
This matchup not only captivates boxing fans but also reflects a growing trend of high-profile fights becoming more accessible to audiences globally, indicating an evolving landscape in sports promotion.