Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez will step into the ring against William 'El Indomable' Scull on May 3, 2025. The fight marks Canelo's return after an eight-month break since his last bout in September 2024.
The match will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, making it Canelo's first fight outside of Mexico and the United States. Alvarez, the Mexican superstar, boasts an impressive record of 62 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws in his 66 professional fights. His last victory came against Edgar Berlanga, whom he defeated by unanimous decision.
Canelo's opponent, William Scull, brings an undefeated record to the ring. The Cuban fighter, nicknamed 'El Indomable', has won all 23 of his professional bouts, with 9 coming by way of knockout. Scull made his pro debut in November 2016, knocking out Dario Avalos in the first round.
The fight will start at 21:00 Mexico Central Time, which translates to 06:00 local time in Riyadh on May 4. Canelo requested this early morning start time to accommodate his Mexican fans' viewing.
"I want my fans back home to enjoy the fight at a reasonable hour," Canelo said. "Fighting in Riyadh is a new experience for me, but I'm making sure my supporters in Mexico can be part of it too."
The weight class for the bout hasn't been specified yet, but both fighters will surely be in top form for this high-profile matchup.
This fight represents a significant milestone in Canelo's career as he ventures beyond his usual fighting grounds. It also presents a major opportunity for Scull to prove himself against one of boxing's biggest names.
As the date approaches, fans around the world will be eager to see if Canelo can maintain his dominance or if Scull can pull off a major upset and keep his undefeated streak alive.
