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Canelo vs. Crawford Nears as Netflix-Only Stream Draws WBC Rebuke and Odds Tilt to Álvarez

Crawford moves up two divisions for a shot at Canelo’s undisputed 168-pound crown, with Mbilli–Martínez positioned as the interim WBC showcase on the undercard.

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Overview

  • Saturday, Sept. 13 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas is set for 12 rounds for all four super‑middleweight titles, streamed worldwide on Netflix at no extra cost to subscribers.
  • WBC president Mauricio Sulaimán criticized the Netflix exclusivity for ending Mexico’s long run of free Canelo broadcasts and presented a special Tlaxcala belt for the winner.
  • Sportsbooks list Álvarez as a slight favorite, with moneylines around -185 to -195 for Canelo and +145 to +160 for Crawford, and odds pointing to a bout likely going the distance.
  • Christian Mbilli vs. Lester Martínez headlines the supporting bouts for the interim WBC super‑middleweight title, while Callum Walsh faces Fernando Vargas Jr. at light middleweight and an ‘Underdogs’ card runs on Sept. 11.
  • The event launches a major TKO Boxing and Riyadh Season promotion with Dana White attached, as final-week narratives center on Crawford’s size jump and contrasting styles.