The meteoric rise of boxing events financed by Saudi Arabia has been nothing short of exhilarating. Turki Alalshikh, the influential sports figure behind this surge, has consistently delivered high-caliber fights that have thrilled fans worldwide. However, as the anticipation builds for the May 3 card in Riyadh, disappointment looms among hardcore boxing enthusiasts. The card
William Scull
Jaime Munguia’s presence on the undercard for the highly anticipated Canelo Alvarez vs. William Scull event on May 3rd in Riyadh serves as a significant cornerstone in a plan that goes beyond mere fight promotion. After suffering a demoralizing defeat against Canelo last May, it would be easy to dismiss Munguia as just another fighter
Canelo Alvarez, the unified super middleweight champion, is in a precarious position as he contemplates his boxing future. Despite pressure from influential figures like Turki Alalshikh to set Terence Crawford as his next rival, Canelo maintains an air of uncertainty about September’s fight. With a crucial bout against IBF champion William Scull looming on May
In the world of professional boxing, the art of speculation can often overshadow the hard work and dedication of lesser-known fighters. Such is the case for William Scull, the IBF super middleweight champion whose impressive record (23-0, 9 KOs) stands in stark contrast to the daunting shadow cast by unified champion Canelo Alvarez (62-2-2, 39
Unified super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez stands at a pivotal juncture in his boxing journey. With a record of 62 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws, including an impressive 39 knockouts, he is clearly a dominant force in the ring. However, as he heads into his undisputed championship bout against IBF champion William Scull on
In the ever-evolving landscape of professional boxing, tensions regularly flare, particularly between former champions and contemporary stars. A recent episode of Oscar De La Hoya’s series, “Clap Back Thursday,” provided the latest battleground as De La Hoya unleashed a barrage of criticism directed at Canelo Alvarez, dubbing him a “diva” in the ring. This term
On May 3rd, super middleweight contender Jaime Munguia will square off against Bruno Surace in a much-anticipated rematch. The backstory to this fight is steeped in drama, given Munguia’s harrowing sixth-round knockout loss to Surace just a few months prior. Wealth of experiences, both daunting and enlightening, shapes the narrative surrounding this bout in Riyadh,
In the world of professional boxing, few events capture the imagination of fans quite like title fights involving legendary figures like Canelo Alvarez. Set to take place on May 3rd, Canelo will square off against William Scull in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in what is being billed as an undisputed championship fight for the super middleweight
As Canelo Alvarez prepares for his upcoming bout on the prestigious Cinco de Mayo weekend, the boxing community buzzes with speculation about his next opponent. Two frontrunners have emerged: the unbeaten William Scull and the powerful Christian Mbilli. The choice between these fighters reflects not only Canelo’s strategy but also his current standing in the
Recent rumors indicate that Canelo Alvarez, the Mexican boxing icon, is preparing for a significant matchup against IBF super middleweight champion William Scull. The potential fight, slated for the Cinco de Mayo weekend, would provide Canelo the opportunity to reclaim the IBF title and solidify his status as a two-time four-belt champion. This proposed clash
Last night, boxing fans witnessed a match that, while significant for William Scull, ultimately failed to captivate. In Brandenberg, Germany, Scull faced off against Vladimir Shishkin for the vacant IBF super middleweight title. The fight, spanning twelve rounds, resulted in a close unanimous decision in favor of Scull, with judges scoring it 116-113, 116-112, and
Recent reports suggest that Canelo Alvarez may be facing Edgar Berlanga next in September, rather than his IBF mandatory challenger William Scull as originally anticipated. It is believed that there may have been a step-aside deal made for Scull to allow for the potential matchup between Canelo and Berlanga to take place. Salvador Rodriguez has
News has recently surfaced that Canelo Alvarez and William Scull have reached an agreement to fight later this year. Despite initial doubts and speculations, the fight between Canelo and Scull, who is the IBF mandatory challenger, is set to take place without going to purse bids. This announcement comes as a surprise to many, as