Canelo Beats Scull, Crawford Fight Set for Vegas

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez regained the undisputed super-middleweight championship by defeating William Scull via unanimous decision in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with scores of 115-113, 116-112, and 119-109. The fight was widely criticized for its low action, setting a CompuBox record for the fewest punches thrown in a 12-round bout, largely due to Scull's defensive tactics. Immediately following the match, Alvarez and undefeated four-division champion Terence Crawford faced off in the ring, officially announcing their highly anticipated showdown for September 12 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Crawford, who last captured the WBA light middleweight title in August 2024, will move up to 168 pounds to challenge Alvarez for the undisputed title. Both fighters promised a more competitive and exciting clash in their upcoming bout. The event further heightened anticipation in the boxing world for the September matchup.