Canelo, the 34-year-old Mexican superstar, brings a wealth of experience to the ring. He's got 62 wins, 39 by knockout, and only two losses in his professional career. The fight marks the first of a four-bout deal with Riyadh Season, showing Saudi Arabia's growing influence in boxing.
Scull, the undefeated Cuban, holds the IBF title and will try to add Canelo's WBA, WBC, and WBO belts to his collection. Despite his perfect 23-0 record with 9 knockouts, oddsmakers aren't giving Scull much of a chance against the more experienced Canelo.
The tale of the tape shows Scull with a significant height and reach advantage, while Canelo comes in slightly heavier. This size difference could play a crucial role in the fight's dynamics.
Canelo's recent run includes victories over Edgar Berlanga, Jaime Munguía, Jermell Charlo, John Ryder, and Gennady Golovkin. All these wins came by unanimous decision, showcasing Canelo's ability to dominate over 12 rounds.
The undercard features some intriguing matchups. Jaime Munguía and Bruno Surace will have a rematch in the super middleweight division. Badou Jack and Noel Mikaelyan will battle for the WBC Cruiserweight World Title. In the heavyweight division, Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba will fight for a potential title shot.
As the event unfolds, early results are coming in. Brayan Leon kept his undefeated record intact with a unanimous decision win over Aaron Guerrero in their middleweight clash. The heavyweight bout between Efe Ajagba and Martin Bakole is currently in progress, with both fighters trading heavy blows.
Jaime Munguía has just wrapped up his rematch with Bruno Surace. After an even first seven rounds, Munguía took control of the fight and cruised to an easy decision victory.
Notable figures in attendance include promoter Eddie Hearn, who jetted in from New York after overseeing a big card in Times Square. Turki Alalshikh, instrumental in organizing the event, is also present.
For those looking to catch the action, information on TV channels and streaming options is available. As the main event approaches, the atmosphere in the ANB Arena is electric, with fans eagerly awaiting the crowning of an undisputed super middleweight champion.