Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez is already preparing for his next fight. After defeating Edgar Berlanga in 2024, the Mexican super middleweight champion is about to find out who his next opponent will be. Here’s everything we know so far.
Last September, Canelo Álvarez successfully defended his undisputed super middleweight championship (WBO, WBA, and WBC) for the fifth time. Now, the fighter from Jalisco is ready to step back into the ring to retain his title.
When will Canelo Álvarez’s first fight of 2025 take place?
The official date for Canelo Álvarez’s next fight has not yet been announced. However, the boxer typically aims to fight on significant dates for Mexicans, such as May and September.
With this in mind, it’s expected that the Mexican star will return to the ring in May of this year, likely in a U.S. venue, where he has held most of his recent fights.
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Who will Canelo Álvarez fight?
The opponent for Canelo Álvarez has not yet been confirmed, but several potential contenders are already being mentioned as possible rivals for the Mexican.
The selection of Canelo’s next opponent will depend on several factors, including contract negotiations, the availability of potential opponents, and strategies set by the Mexican boxer’s team. Among the candidates are:
- Terence Crawford: The undefeated American champion with titles in multiple divisions has expressed interest in facing Canelo. According to promoter Eddie Hearn, Crawford might even consider retirement if this fight doesn’t materialize.
- William Scull: The Cuban’s team, with Scull currently holding the IBF super middleweight title, is reportedly in negotiations to face Canelo.
- Chris Eubank Jr.: The British fighter, boasting a record of 33 wins and only 3 losses, has repeatedly stated his desire to go up against Canelo.
- Dmitry Bivol: The Russian, who previously defeated Canelo, is another possible option for Álvarez’s next fight.
- David Benavidez: Although he is scheduled to fight David Morrell in January, Benavidez remains a potential contender for Canelo’s upcoming bout.
What time is Canelo Álvarez’s next fight in 2025?
Although the exact date of Saúl Álvarez’s next fight has not yet been confirmed, the expected fight times are:
- 9:00 PM Central Mexico Time
- 11:00 PM ET USA
Canelo Álvarez: fight record
- Total Fights: 66
- Wins: 62
- KOs: 39
- Losses: 2
- Draws: 2
Who has Canelo Álvarez lost to?
The Mexican boxer suffered his first defeat on September 14, 2013, against Floyd Mayweather. Both fighters entered the ring with very similar records (44-0-0 for Mayweather and 42-0-1 for Canelo), but Mayweather won by majority decision. Judges Craig Metcalfe and Dave Moretti scored the bout 117-111 and 116-112 in favor of Mayweather, while CJ Ross scored it a 114-114 draw.
Almost a decade later, on May 5, 2022, Canelo suffered his second loss, this time to Russian fighter Dmitry Bivol. Although his four super middleweight titles were not at stake, Álvarez moved up a division to challenge for the WBA light heavyweight title. However, Bivol retained the belt, denying Canelo the chance to conquer a new weight class.
Who is the best boxer in the world in 2024?
Oleksandr Usyk was named the best boxer of 2024, thanks to his victories over Tyson Fury, which secured him the title of undisputed heavyweight champion.
Who is the greatest boxer in Mexico’s history?
Julio César Chávez, widely regarded as the greatest Mexican boxer of all time, left an indelible mark on the sport during a career spanning over 25 years. Chávez captured world titles in three different divisions, amassing an impressive professional record of 107 wins, 6 losses, and 2 draws, including 86 knockouts.
