Overview
- Canelo Alvarez has finalized a four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia's Riyadh Season, beginning in May 2025 and concluding in October 2026.
- The deal includes a highly anticipated fight against Terence Crawford, scheduled for September 2025 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
- Potential opponents for the first fight in May 2025 include Jermall Charlo or Bruno Surace, with the venue set in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- The third and fourth fights in the deal, planned for February and October 2026, remain undecided, with Dmitry Bivol and rising stars like Hamzah Sheeraz among possible contenders.
- A rumored matchup between Canelo and Jake Paul has been shelved, with Canelo opting to focus on traditional boxing opponents in his final career phase.