Canelo Alvarez to Face William Scull in May 3 Showdown

Turki Alalshikh has effectively confirmed Canelo Alvarez’s next opponent through a recent social media announcement. IBF super-middleweight champion William Scull is set to face the Mexican boxing star on May 3, marking the first of a four-fight series for Canelo.

Scull, an undefeated Cuban boxer with a record of 23-0 (9 KOs), claimed the vacant IBF title last October after defeating Vladimir Shishkin in Germany. The upcoming bout against Canelo will take place in Riyadh during the Cinco de Mayo weekend.

If Canelo emerges victorious, as many expect, he will regain his undisputed status in the super-middleweight division. This win would add even more significance to his anticipated September clash with Terence Crawford.

While some critics view Scull as an underdog, similar to Canelo’s previous opponent Avni Yildirim, the Cuban boxer is unlikely to protest. Securing a fight with Canelo guarantees a substantial payday. Scull has previously fought on a Canelo undercard, and his team has long been hoping for this opportunity.

The announcement of this fight represents a significant development for Canelo, who had previously avoided working with boxing’s newest powerbroker. The Guadalajara native will now head to Riyadh for this holiday weekend bout, potentially setting the stage for an exciting series of fights in the coming months.