Canelo Alvarez won't join the ring in May 2026. The renowned boxer is stepping aside to recover from left elbow surgery, and his absence draws attention to another exciting bout set for the Mexican-themed event in Las Vegas.
David Benavidez and Gilberto Ramirez will take center stage as they face off on this significant date for the boxing community. Canelo shared his thoughts about missing this opportunity, saying, "I really don't care who gets the date. No, not in May. I need to recover from my elbow. I'll be fine in September." His focus now shifts to a high-profile return scheduled for September 12th at a [WBC](https://www.wbcboxing.com) event in Saudi Arabia.
Alvarez boasts an impressive record of 63 wins, just three losses, and two draws. Despite his commitment to recovering fully before his next fight in September, fans eagerly anticipate his comeback.
In Las Vegas on May 2nd, all eyes will be on Benavidez and Ramirez as they battle it out in what promises to be a thrilling match-up. As the anticipation builds around these fighters taking the spotlight, enthusiasts look forward to seeing how each one performs when given such an important stage. Meanwhile, Canelo waits patiently for his chance to step into the ring once again later this year.
