Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull: Fight start time, undercard, stream, purse

Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull: Fight start time, undercard, stream, purse

In a highly anticipated boxing match that will make him the men’s undisputed super middleweight champion of the world, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, one of the most well-known and highly-paid athletes, will face William Scull, who is currently the most popular and highest-paid athlete.

Alvarez will return for the first time as part of his Riyadh Season contract, which will give him a chance to reclaim his IBF belt.

What information about the fight is important to you:

The Alvarez vs. Scull fight will take place when?

On May 3, the fight is scheduled for Saturday, May 3.

Where is the Alvarez-Scull fight taking place?

The match will take place at Riyadh’s ANB Arena in Saudi Arabia.

What time does the Alvarez vs. Scull fight begin?

At 18:00 GMT, the pre-fight activities will begin, followed by the undercard fights.

Before 22:00 GMT, no ring walks are anticipated for the main fight.

How do I watch the live Alvarez vs. Scull fight?

At 22:00 GMT, Al Jazeera Sport will begin live coverage of the pre-fight build-up and undercard results, followed by a detailed text and photo blow-by-blow account of the main fight.

On DAZN pay-per-view, the fight will be broadcast live.

On the undercard, who is it?

A rematch between Bruno Surace and Jaime Munguia, the fight’s pick, makes up the title of the fights.

Marco Verde, Mexico’s silver medalist at the Paris Olympics in 2024, will also make his professional debut on Saturday night by facing compatriot Michel Polina.

What the undercard looks like in this example:

  • Super middleweight fight between Bruno Surace and Jaime Munguia
  • Heavyweight fight between Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba.
  • Cruiserweight match between Badou Jack and Norair Mikaeljan
  • Michel Polina vs. Marco Verde: a light middleweight
  • Middleweight fight between Aaron Guerrero and Brayan Leon
[Richard Pelham/Getty Images] Marco Verde will make his professional Riyadh debut.

The fight purse is what?

Canelo is expected to make $80 million from the fight, according to Spanish sports newspaper Marca, despite not having the official purse revealed.

Canelo Alvarez, who is she?

Alvarez, a professional boxer from Guadalajara, Mexico, is one of the most well-known fighters of the modern era. The 34-year-old started fighting at age 15 in 2005 and eventually turned professional five years later, better known as “Canelo.” With a $275 million worth, the Mexican, who comes from a rural background, has established himself as one of the best boxers in the world, according to Forbes magazine.

Alvarez has won belts in four of these weight classes, all the way from welterweight to light heavyweight.

In his 15 years of professional football, Alvarez has defeated numerous famous foes with an orthodox stance, reach, and height of 1.75 meters.

He currently holds the titles of world boxing champion and world champion in the super middleweight division, along with the WBC, WBC, and WBO belts.

Alvarez defeated challenger Edgar Berlanga by unanimous decision in his final professional fight in three rounds in September of that year.

FILE - Canelo Alvarez reacts before fighting Edgar Berlanga in a super middleweight title bout on Sept. 14, 2024, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher, File)
Edgar Berlanga defeated Canelo Alvarez in Las Vegas in September 2024.

William Scull, who is he?

Scull, who was born in Matanzas, Cuba, turned professional when he was 24 years old and has a stellar professional resume.

Alvarez gave up his belt in 2024, making him the super middleweight champion of the International Boxing Federation.

The Cuban is a formidable figure in the ring because of his orthodox stance and 73-inch ring reach.

He won the vacant IBF super middleweight belt in his most recent fight, which was against Vladimir Shishkin, in October of 2024.

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - APRIL 30: William Scull trains during the media workout ahead of his IBF, WBC and WBO World Super Middleweight titles fight against Canelo Alvarez as part of the Fatal Fury City of Wolves card at Boulevard City Studio on April 30, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)
Before his IBF, WBC, and WBO world championship fight against Canelo Alvarez in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, William Scull trains with the media.

Canelo Alvarez and William Scull are fighting for which boxing titles?

With Scull’s IBF belt, which Alvarez relinquished, the fight will bring together the WBC, WBA, and WBO super middleweight titles.

What is Alvarez’s record in fights?

  • Fights: 66
  • Wins: 62
  • 39 wins in a knockout.
  • Losses 2
  • Draws: 2

What is Scull’s record in fights?

  • Fights: 23
  • Wins: 23
  • wins 9-out of 10 in a row.
  • Losses: 0
  • Draws: 0

What has Canelo Alvarez said about the conflict?

The fighters have exchanged disparaging remarks about what to expect from Saturday’s fight, with Alvarez refuting Scull’s claims that he ate the Mexican.

On Wednesday, Alvarez told iFL TV, “He’s going to eat punches, that’s what he’s going to eat.”

The well-known boxer has previously stated that he will take pride in the fight because it gives him the chance to fight abroad.

“It inspires me to fight in a different country,” I said. It makes me feel fantastic. I value this conflict very highly. I never find it easy.

What has Scull said about the conflict?

Scull has stated that he will “eat” his opponent in the ring if he doesn’t want to disrespect him.

The challenger stated on Tuesday, “I’m here to win, and that’s it.”

I’m going to eat him, I promise. I’m now focused on what needs to be done. I’m very excited because I’m here to “close some mouths” and carry out my obligations.

Alvarez and Jake Paul fought, but why did he withdraw?

The Mexican boxing legend was referred to as “a money-hungry squirrel” chasing his “next nut” when he refused to fight Jake Paul, the host of a rumored fight with the YouTuber and boxer in favor of a deal with Riyadh Season in February.

Alvarez and Riyadh Season have a four-fight contract, with the first one being their upcoming fight against Scull.

Source: Aljazeera

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