Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez stands proudly among the top 10 boxers of the 21st century, as ranked by The Ring magazine. This recognition honors his substantial legacy in boxing and comes at an interesting juncture of his career.
Hailing from Mexico, Canelo has clinched over 15 world championships across multiple divisions, amassing a notable record with 63 wins, including 39 knockouts, alongside three losses and two draws. His journey witnessed its fair share of setbacks too; Terence Crawford handed him his most recent defeat, and he also experienced defeats at the hands of Dmitry Bivol and Floyd Mayweather.
Furthermore, Alvarez's string of victories involved thrilling title bouts with opponents like Gennady 'GGG' Golovkin and Caleb Plant. These encounters solidified his reputation in the ring but also posed significant challenges.
Currently, Canelo navigates a phase of recovery following elbow surgery in November after losing his undisputed super middleweight titles to Crawford. This rehabilitation involves regaining strength both inside and outside the gym.
Within the ranks established by The Ring magazine, he finds himself alongside boxing legends such as Floyd 'The Money' Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao, and Terence Crawford—figures who have all contributed richly to the sport's history. Other fighters like Oleksandr Usyk and Naoya Inoue join him on this esteemed list.
Without a doubt, over these past 25 years, fans have enjoyed great battles across various weight categories highlighting diverse talents. As Canelo continues to leave his mark on boxing’s storied legacy, we eagerly await his next steps once cleared to return to the sport.
