Legendary Mexican boxer Canelo Alvarez will attempt to become a two-time undisputed champion when he faces undefeated William Scull for the undisputed super middleweight title on Saturday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Canelo, boasting a career record of 62-2-2, continues his tradition of fighting on Cinco de Mayo weekend. The fight card is already underway, with the main event ring walk expected around 11 p.m. ET.
The latest odds from DraftKings Sportsbook list Canelo as the -3000 favorite (bet $3,000 to win $100), while Scull is a longshot at +1400. The over/under for total rounds stands at 9.5, with the Over slightly favored at -125. Canelo is expected to win by knockout, favored at -200, despite having gone 12 rounds in his last six outings.
Canelo is widely recognized as one of the greatest pound-for-pound fighters, with championships across four weight classes. Scull, a professional boxer from Cuba, remains undefeated with a record of 23-0 and nine knockouts.
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Fight Overview
Alvarez, 34, will defend his WBC, WBA, and WBO super-middleweight titles against the undefeated Scull, 32. Bouts between the two will not only affect their careers but could also impact Alvarez’s upcoming match against Terence Crawford later in 2025. The fighters share similar orthodox stances, with Alvarez slightly shorter but more seasoned in professional fights.
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