Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez and William Scull are set to face off in a high-stakes boxing match on May 3. The two fighters will compete for the undisputed super middleweight championship at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
'Canelo', hailing from Guadalajara, Mexico, will take on Cuban boxer Scull, the current IBF super middleweight champion. This fight marks 'Canelo's first appearance in Saudi Arabia and comes at an unusual time for both fighters.
The match is part of a larger deal between 'Canelo' and Turki Alalshik, representing the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia. The contract, rumored to be worth over $400 million, covers four fights and aims to bring championship boxing to the country.
For 'Canelo', the bout presents an opportunity to become the undisputed super middleweight champion for a second time. The Mexican star has three more fights left in his Saudi contract after this one.
Fans wanting to attend the event at ANB Arena will need deep pockets. Ticket prices start at $21,000 for the highest seats and go up to $240,000 for ringside spots. The next tier down comes in at over $40,000, while lower platinum seats will set you back $170,000. These prices might increase even further with resales.
"This fight is a big step towards my goal of becoming undisputed champion again," 'Canelo' said at a press conference. "I'm excited to bring world-class boxing to Saudi Arabia and give the fans a great show."
Looking ahead, boxing enthusiasts are already speculating about 'Canelo's future opponents. Many hope to see him face off against Terence Crawford, while others are calling for a rematch with Dmitry Bivol.
As the May 3 date approaches, all eyes will be on Riyadh for what promises to be an action-packed night of boxing. With both fighters stepping into unfamiliar territory, fans can expect an unpredictable and thrilling match.
