Overview

• Canelo Alvarez defeated William Scull by unanimous decision in Riyadh to regain the IBF super-middleweight title and become a two-time undisputed champion at 168 pounds.
• The bout, Alvarez's first under a $400 million Saudi deal, set a record for the fewest punches thrown in a 12-round fight tracked by CompuBox, drawing criticism for its lack of action.
• Alvarez blamed Scull's defensive strategy for the fight's slow pace, while some analysts questioned Alvarez's ability to adapt in the ring.
• The victory confirmed a September 12 mega-fight against Terence Crawford at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, with Crawford moving up two weight classes to challenge Alvarez for his titles.
• Saudi Arabia continues its aggressive expansion into boxing, partnering with TKO Group and Sela to launch a new promotional league, further solidifying its role as a key player in the sport.