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In thisSpanish name,the first or paternalsurnameisÁlvarezand the second or maternal family name isBarragán.

Canelo Álvarez
Álvarez in 2017
Born
Santos Saúl Álvarez Barragán

(1990-07-18)18 July 1990(age 33)
Guadalajara,Jalisco,Mexico
Other namesCanelo( "Cinnamon" )
Statistics
Weight(s)
Height5 ft7+1⁄2in (171 cm)[1][2]
Reach70+1⁄2in (179 cm)[3]
StanceOrthodox
Bo xing record
Total fights65
Wins61
Wins by KO39
Losses2
Draws2

Santos Saúl Álvarez Barragán(Latin American Spanish:[saˈulˈalβaɾes];born 18 July 1990), commonly known asCanelo,[4]is a Mexicanprofessional boxer.He has held multipleworld championships in four weight classesfromlight middleweighttolight heavyweight,includingunifiedtitles in three of those weight classes andlinealtitles in two. Álvarez is the first and only boxer in history to becomeundisputed championatsuper middleweight,having held theWorld Bo xing Association(WBA) (Super version),World Bo xing Council(WBC) andRingmagazine titles since 2020, and theInternational Bo xing Federation(IBF) andWorld Bo xing Organization(WBO) titles since 2021.

Álvarez is known as an excellentcounterpuncher,being able to exploit openings in his opponents' guards while avoiding punches with head and body movement. He is also known as a formidablebody puncher.[5][6]As of May 2024, Álvarez is ranked as the world's fourth best active boxer,pound for pound,byThe Ring;[7]BoxRec;[8]and fifth by theTBRB.[9]One of bo xing 's biggest everpay-per-viewstars,[10]he is consistently one of the highest-paid athletes in the world, makingForbes'list of the world's highest-paid athletes in 2019, 2022, and 2023.[11][12][13]

Early life

In an interview, Álvarez explained that he was born on the outskirts ofGuadalajara,Jalisco,but his family is originally fromLos Reyes, Michoacán.[14]At the age of five, his family moved to their current home ofJuanacatlán,Jalisco.[15]Growing up on his family's farm, he learnedhorseback riding,which he continues today.[16][17]Álvarez is the youngest of eight children, seven of them boys; all of his brothers also became professional boxers.[18]Among his brothers arewelterweightboxersRamón Álvarez,Ricardo Álvarezand formerWBAinterimworld champion,Rigoberto Álvarez.[19]

Caneloin Spanish is themasculine wordforcinnamon,which is a common nickname for people withred hair.[20]In Mexico, it is common for people to associate red hair with the Irish soldiers who fought for Mexico in theSaint Patrick's Battalionduring theMexican–American War.Speaking about his ancestry, Álvarez once said, "There might have been an Irish grandfather somewhere back in my past."[19][21] Canelo's neighbors nicknamed him "Jícama con Chile", which translates asjicamawith chilli flakes – a popular snack in Mexico.[22]

Amateur career

Álvarez started bo xing when he was around 13 years old, after watching his older brother Rigoberto debut as a professionalboxer.[23]In 2004, he won the silver medal at the Junior Mexican National Championships, held inSinaloa.He became the 2005 Junior Mexican National Bo xing Champion inTuxtla Gutiérrezat the age of 15. His amateur record was 44–2 with 12 knockouts.[24]

Professional career

Early career

Álvarez turned professional at 15, shortly after his championship at the Junior Nationals, because his trainers at the time, father-and-son team Chepo and Eddy Reynoso, were unable to find suitable junior opponents for him. In his first 19 months as a professional, he knocked out eleven of his 13 documented opponents, all of whom were significantly older. The elder Reynoso stated in 2013 that Álvarez had fought ten more times in that span, winning all ten byknockout(KO), but that these fights (all in small venues in the Mexican state ofNayarit) were so poorly documented that it was not worth the trouble to seek to have the record corrected.[18]Were this to be verified, his record would be 67–2–2 with 49 knockouts. His weight fluctuated in his three years as a professional including two documented fights within thelight welterweightlimit of 140 lbs before he settled in thewelterweightdivision at 147 lbs.[25]

Álvarez's third official bout of his career was a win over futureIBFlightweightchampionMiguel Vázquezon 20 January 2006, in his home town ofGuadalajara,Jalisco.On 28 June 2008, Álvarez defeated Vázquez again in a rematch. He also made world history on that fight card when he and all six of his brothers fought on the same night, with Canelo being the youngest.[26][27][28]The only downside was that three of them failed to win their pro debuts. The other four more experienced brothers won.[29]On 6 March 2010, he got a crushing third-round KO over Brian Camechis inTuxtla Gutiérrez,Chiapas.[30]Álvarez then defeatedJosé Cottoon the undercard ofFloyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Shane Mosleyto retain hisWBC-NABFwelterweight title.[31]

Light middleweight

His sixth-roundtechnical knockout(TKO) win overLuciano Leonel Cuellofor theWBC Silverlight middleweight title was held at theVicente Fernández Arena.[32]During the post-fight interview, Mexican singerVicente Fernándezgave Álvarez a horse. He was also given a horse by the mayor ofTepic,where Álvarez sometimes trains.[33]

He next faced the former WBC welterweight championCarlos Baldomirat theStaples CenterinLos Angeles,California,on theShane Mosleyvs.Sergio Moraundercard.[34]Baldomir stated in a pre-fight interview that he wanted the winner of Mora vs. Mosley, as he said "after I knock out El Canelo."[35]Baldomir weighed in at 153.4 lbs for the bout, that was contracted for 151 lbs. In California, if a fighter is overweight he is penalized 20% of his purse and that percent is given to the other fighter. However, Álvarez declined to take the extra $12,000 from Baldomir.[36]In the sixth round, Álvarez landed a crushing blow that knocked Baldomir out cold. With the victory, Álvarez became just the second boxer ever to stop Carlos Baldomir and the first boxer ever to knock him out.[37]Álvarez then successfully defended his light middleweight title byunanimous decisionagainst former world championLovemore N'douinVeracruz.[38]It was a competitive fight despite the wide margins on the official scorecards of 119–109, 120–108, and 120–108.

Álvarez was in line as mandatory challenger for the winner of the vacant WBClight middleweighttitle bout betweenManny PacquiaoandAntonio Margarito,however, Pacquiao who was the victor, wrote to the WBC stating he had no intention of defending the title and it was declared vacant.[39]On 5 March 2011, Álvarez defeatedEuropeanwelterweight championMatthew Hattonvia unanimous decision, for the vacant WBClight middleweightbelt. The bout was televised onHBOand took place at theHonda CenterinAnaheim, California.[40]Álvarez was docked a point in the seventh round, which was uniformly scored 9–9, for hitting after the break. All three ringside judges scored the bout 119–108 in favor of Álvarez, who landed 47% of his 626 punches, including 53% of his power shots. Hatton connected with just 25% of his 546 total blows[41]in a fight that averaged 1.4 million viewers on HBO.[42]

Álvarez successfully defended his newly awarded WBC title against #4 rankedRinglight middleweight and current European light middleweight championRyan Rhodes.[43][44][45]Álvarez defeated Rhodes via TKO in the twelfth round on 18 June 2011, in Guadalajara, Jalisco.[45][46]The fight averaged 1.6 million viewers on HBO.[42]

On 17 September 2011, Álvarez successfully defended that same WBC title againstThe ContendercompetitorAlfonso Gómezat the Staples Center in Los Angeles, winning via TKO in the sixth round. Gómez won a majority of the first five rounds after Álvarez knocked him down in the first round. Álvarez was looking for one shot and got it in the sixth round when he backed Gómez up with a right hand. He then followed up with a flurry to get the referee to jump in and stop the fight.[47]

Álvarez vs. Cintrón

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Kermit Cintrón

Álvarez defeatedKermit Cintrónvia TKO in the fifth round. Álvarez spent the first three rounds feeling out his opponent Cintrón, a former welterweight champion, before punishing the Puerto Rican with body shots and straight right hands in the fourth round. He knocked Cintrón down once and had him in trouble at the end of the round, but Cintrón was saved by the bell. In the fifth round, Cintrón came out and caught Álvarez with some combinations, but Álvarez eventually overpowered him with several powerful straight right hands and the referee stepped in and stopped it.[48]The fight averaged 1.5 million viewers onHBO: Bo xing After Dark.[42]

Álvarez vs. Mosley

Richard Schaeferannounced that Álvarez's next bout would co-feature on the undercard ofMiguel Cotto's clash with Floyd Mayweather Jr.at theMGM Grand Garden Arena.On 11 February 2012, Shane Mosley was announced as Álvarez's next opponent in May for his WBC light middleweight title.[49]Álvarez defeated Mosley via unanimous decision after twelve rounds.[50]

Álvarez vs. López

Álvarez was originally set to fight top tenRinglight middleweight and former welterweight championPaul Williamson 15 September 2012. However, on 27 May 2012, a motorcycle accident in the U.S. state ofGeorgiaparalyzed Williams from the waist down, ending his bo xing career. Álvarez's possible opponents for his September bout wereJames Kirkland,Austin Trout,Delvin Rodriguezand most notably,Victor Ortiz.

Álvarez was scheduled to defend his title against former welterweight titlist Victor Ortiz in the main event of aShowtimepay-per-view(PPV) card dubbed 'Knockout Kings' at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. However, on 23 June, Ortiz was unable to defeat underdogJosesito Lópezin what was supposed to be a "tune-up" fight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, losing due to referee stoppage (broken jaw) and cancelling his bout with Álvarez as a result.

Due to this upset, López was instead penciled in to face Canelo at theMGM Grandon 15 September, for Álvarez's WBC light middleweight title.[51]Álvarez won the fight via fifth-round TKO after dominating López from start to finish, staying undefeated and increasing his record of 41–0–1.[52]The fight averaged 1.04 million on Showtime.[53]Canelo earned $2 million for the fight and López a smaller amount of $212,500.[54]

Álvarez vs. Trout

His next fight took place on 20 April 2013, at theAlamodomeinSan Antonio,Texasagainst Austin Trout. The fight was supposed to take place duringCinco de Mayoweekend as the co-main event toFloyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Robert Guerrero;however, due to a contract disagreement between Álvarez and Mayweather regarding their potential fight on 14 September 2013, Álvarez opted to headline his own card instead.[55][56][57]

In front of 39,247 fans, Álvarez successfully defended his WBC light middleweight title and won both theWBA (Regular)and vacantRinglight middleweight titles. During the first few rounds, Trout seemed to have a good game plan. However, Álvarez's power took over after the third round, eventually scoring a knockdown in the seventh round to give Trout the first knockdown of his career. Álvarez set up the knockdown with a pawing left jab, followed by the straight right hand. The fight was closer than expected, but Álvarez still managed to dominate Trout throughout the fight with impressive head movement and shocking power. All three judges' scorecards were in favor of Álvarez with a fair margin 115–112 from Filipino judgeRey Danseco,116–111 from Texas' judge Oren Shellenberger, and 118–109 from South African official Stanley Christodoulou.[58][Video 1]Although the last scorecard 118–109 created controversy, the majority of sport analysts had Álvarez winning by at least two points.CompuBoxstats showed that Trout was the busier fighter, landing 154 of 769 punches thrown (20%) and Álvarez was the more accurate puncher, landing 124 of his 431 thrown (29%).[59]Immediately after the bout, Trout stated that he hadn't underestimated Álvarez but that he trained to fight a completely different fighter.[60]

Álvarez vs. Mayweather

Main article:Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Canelo Álvarez
Álvarez atLos Pinos,2013

Álvarez,Ringmagazine's #1 ranked light middleweight and the unified WBA (Regular) and WBC champion, fought againstRingmagazine's #1 pound-for-pound fighter, WBA (Super) light middleweight champion, WBC andRingmagazine welterweight champion,Floyd Mayweather Jr.,on 14 September 2013.[61]Mayweather held a world title at welterweight (147 lbs), but he also still owned a light middleweight title (154 lbs), which he won by outpointingMiguel Cottoin May 2012. He was moving back up in weight to face Álvarez with their belts on the line, although the fight was contested at a catchweight of 152 lbs. The titles disputed for the bout were Álvarez's WBC andRinglight middleweight titles and Mayweather's WBA (Super) light middleweight title. On fight night, Mayweather reportedly weighed 150 lbs and Álvarez came in at 165 lbs.[61][62]

In front of a sold-out crowd of 16,746 at the MGM Garden, Mayweather defeated Álvarez via majority decision. JudgeC. J. Rossscored the fight 114–114, a draw. Judge Dave Moretti had it 116–112 and Craig Metcalfe scored it 117–111. Judge Ross retired after this fight. Speaking of the controversial scorecard, Mayweather said, "I can't control what the judges do." CompuBox stats showed Mayweather's dominance in the fight. He landed 232 of 505 punches (46%) while Álvarez connected on 117 of 526 thrown (22%). Mayweather earned a guaranteed $41.5 million to Álvarez's $5 million.[63][64][65][66]

Catchweight

Álvarez vs. Angulo

On 9 January 2014,Golden Boychief executive Richard Schaefer confirmed a deal had been made for a fight between Álvarez and 31 year old Mexican boxerAlfredo Angulo(22–3, 18 KOs) to take place on 8 March 2014, on Showtime PPV at the MGM Grand inLas Vegas.[67][68]In March,ESPNreported the fight would take place at a catchweight of 155 lbs, due to Álvarez not being able to make the light middleweight limit of 154 lbs. For the PPV fight, Álvarez agreed to pay $100,000 of his minimum $1.25 million purse to Angulo, which would raise his purse $850,000. Also in the negotiations, Álvarez agreed to weigh no more than 168 lbs on fight night. This was Álvarez's first of five fights which took place at the 155-pound catchweight. On fight night, Álvarez weighed 174 lbs on Showtime's scale and Angulo weighed 170 lbs.[69]In front of 14,610 at the MGM, Álvarez came out strong, throwing combinations. In a fairly lopsided beating, Álvarez scored a tenth-round stoppage over Angulo punctuated by a lead left uppercut. The end of the fight began in round six, when Angulo's left eye started swelling. When the referee waived the fight off, the crowd was displeased and booed. At the time of stoppage, two judges had it 89–82 and the third judge had it 88–83, all in favor of Álvarez.[70]

Angulo stated post-fight how he was unhappy with the stoppage, "I told Tony he did the wrong job tonight. The referee tells us to take care of ourselves at all times. I can take care of myself. My plan was to work harder in the final four or three rounds. I had good preparation for this fight." His trainerVirgil Hunterwas also unhappy with referee Tony Weeks, "I'm very upset. I told the referee and the doctor that if Canelo put two or three shots together that I would stop the fight. He landed one punch. Everyone knows Alfredo was coming on strong, everyone knows that."[71]

Álvarez vs. Lara

Álvarez foughtErislandy Laraon 12 July 2014, at the MGM Grand in a non-title match. Lara's WBA light middleweight title was not on the line, as the fight took place at a 155-pound catchweight and both fighters weighed in at precisely 155 lbs. Álvarez rehydrated to 171 lbs while Lara came into the ring at 166 lbs. In a very close and competitive fight that went to a split decision, Álvarez came out on top with two judges scoring 115–113 in favor of each fighter and the final judge scoring 117–111 in favor of Álvarez.[72]The final scorecard was controversial as many observers considered it far too wide. According to CompuBox, Lara landed 55 jabs to nine from Álvarez, who landed the jab at a five percent connect rate. Álvarez managed to land 88 power punches while Lara landed 53 power punches. Lara's clean punching, defense and movement were weighed against Álvarez's effective aggressiveness and power punching.[73]Lara came out in dominant fashion, utilizing a stick-and-move style and capturing the early rounds. Although Álvarez struggled with Lara's one-two combinations, Lara's punches weren't thrown with sufficient power or frequency to dissuade him from consistently pressing the fight against a retreating Lara, and he was able to hammer away to Lara's body when he had him on the ropes. Lara's lead hand played a huge role in his one-two combination's effectiveness, but his output dropped as the fight progressed and he became increasingly tentative. Álvarez was able to cut Lara with a lead left uppercut in the seventh round.[74]Although the decision remains controversial, any talk of a rematch in the future was dismissed byOscar De La Hoyawho went on to say, "No one wants a rematch."[75][76]

Álvarez vs. Kirkland

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. James Kirkland

In January 2015, Oscar De La Hoya announced that Álvarez andJames Kirkland(32–1, 28 KOs) had agreed to fight each other although no date or venue was set, in a non-title light middleweight bout. The reason why the date was not set was due to the upcoming Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs.Manny Pacquiaofight not having an official date.[77]In March, at the official press conference, the fight was announced to take place at theMinute Maid ParkinHouston,Texas on 9 May 2015, live on HBO, a week afterthe 2 May fight between Mayweather and Pacquiao.It marked the first fight of Álvarez's lucrative HBO contract.[78]In front of 31,588, Álvarez defeated Kirkland via third-round KO.[79]Kirkland came out aggressively, but Álvarez wobbled him and scored a knockdown via straight right hand in round one. In the third round, a counter right uppercut sent Kirkland to the canvas. Álvarez ended the fight with a jab to the body quickly followed by the right hand, creating the KO. Álvarez landed 87 of 150 punches thrown (58%) and Kirkland landed 42 of 197 (21%). After the bout, Kirkland said, "I did not know I was knocked out." He was then taken to hospital to undergo aCT scan.The win for Álvarez set up a mega PPV fight between himself and WBC middleweight champion Miguel Cotto.[80][81]The fight drew an average of 2.146 million viewers on HBO and peaked at 2.296 million, the highest viewership for HBO in 2015.[82]

Álvarez vs. Cotto

Main article:Miguel Cotto vs. Canelo Álvarez

On 21 November 2015, Álvarez won the WBC,Ringand lineal middleweight titles with a unanimous decision victory over Miguel Cotto in front of a sold-out crowd of 11,274 at theMandalay Bay Events Centerin Las Vegas. The fight took place at a catchweight of 155 lbs at Cotto's request.[83]Although Cotto gave a tremendous effort, moving nicely throughout the fight, the judges clearly went for Álvarez's superior power and accuracy, with surprisingly wide scores of 117–111, 119–109, and 118–110.ESPNhad the fight much closer, but still scored it in favour of Álvarez, 115–113. According to CompuBox, Álvarez landed 155 of 484 punches (32%) and Cotto landed 129 of 629 (21%), with Álvarez landing the heavier blows and inflicting more damage.[84]Two months after the fight, the WBC awarded Álvarez theWBC Diamondmiddleweight title at their headquarters in Mexico.

According to HBO, the fight generated 900,000 buys on PPV, which equated to around $58 million in domestic revenue. This was the first time since 2002, that a PPV generated 900,000 which didn't include Mayweather, Pacquiao or De La Hoya. That bout was aheavyweighttitle fight betweenLennox LewisandMike Tyson.[85]

Álvarez vs. Khan

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Amir Khan

In early 2016, it was announced that British boxerAmir Khanwas moving up twoweight divisionsto fight Álvarez at middleweight for his WBC,Ringand lineal middleweight titles. The fight took place on 7 May 2016, at the newT-Mobile Arenain Las Vegas.[86][87]The bout was on HBO PPV.[88][89]Khan kept his distance in the first five rounds, using his speed to come in and step out which initially caused trouble for Álvarez. In round six, Álvarez landed a devastating right hand that knocked out Khan.[90]The fight generated a live gate of $7,417,350, according to figures released by theNevada State Athletic Commission(NSAC). That total came from 13,072 tickets sold, far short of a sell out. The Álvarez–Khan gross places it 34th-best inNevadahistory.[91]The fight drew close to 600,000 PPV buys.[92]

After the fight, Álvarez and his team invited middleweight championGennady "GGG" Golovkininto the ring to promote a future fight between them. During the post-fight interview with HBO'sMax Kellerman,Álvarez stated, "Let's fight now."[93]On 18 May 2016, Álvarez vacated the WBC title he defended in fighting Khan. The WBC immediately awarded the title to Gennady Golovkin.[94]

Return to light middleweight

Álvarez vs. Liam Smith

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Liam Smith

On 24 June, it was announced that Álvarez was to drop the extra pound to 154 and challenge 27 year old WBO championLiam Smith(23–0–1, 13 KOs) from England on 17 September 2016, in the main event of a card on HBO PPV. On 18 July, Golden Boy Promotions announced the bout would take place atAT&T StadiuminArlington, Texas,after the MGM Grand in Las Vegas was the other venue looking to host the fight.[95]Having fought his last five fights at his preferred 155-pound catchweight, Canelo said, "I am very pleased to announce my next fight against Liam Smith, a tremendous fighter with real knockout power, and the WBO light middleweight world title owner, I have no doubt that this fight will be give and take, which will fill the expectations of the fans, and I will work with all the enthusiasm as I always do to get the upper hand on Sept. 17."[95]

In front of a record breaking crowd of 51,240, Álvarez regained a world title at light middleweight following a devastating left hook to the body in round nine. Smith was also knocked down once in round seven and once in round eight, in a fight where Álvarez was in control from the opening bell. Álvarez landed 157 punches from 422 thrown with a connect rate of 37%, compared to Smith landing 115 from 403 thrown, a connect rate of 29%. The fight drew an estimate of 300,000 PPV buys.[96][97][98][99]

Golden Boy president Eric Gomez spoke toRingmagazine in December, stating that Álvarez had no immediate plans to vacate the WBO title and may fight in the first quarter of 2017 at 154, defending his world title. He also stated that there were still plans for Álvarez to fight Golovkin later in the year.[100]

Return to catchweight

Álvarez vs. Chávez Jr.

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Julio César Chávez Jr.

FollowingJulio César Chávez Jr.'s comeback win againstDominik Britschin December 2016, he claimed he was back and ready to fight Golovkin at 168 lbs and Álvarez at a 164-pound catchweight. Negotiations began soon after for a potential HBO PPV fight to take place in 2017 on Cinco de Mayo weekend, as there was interest from both sides that a fight take place. De La Hoya said a fight with Golovkin would still be likely for September 2017. Golden Boy president Eric Gomez confirmed a catchweight of 165 lbs was agreed between both sides.[101][102][103]WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman was on board, saying he would likely get his organisation involved in the bout and that it was a "very attractive fight."[104][105]On 18 December,Julio César Chávez Sr.spoke about the ongoing negotiations, saying Golden Boy were offering his son a small amount for the potential big PPV fight. He went on to claim his son was offered a $5 million purse with no mention he would get a cut of the PPV revenue, a counter offer was submitted. A rematch clause was also discussed, which Chávez Jr. and his team had no problem with. Chávez Sr. went on to admit that he was fully aware Álvarez is the A-side in the fight and would settle for no less than 30–35% of the full revenue.[106][107]

On 22 December, the WBO made Álvarez themandatory challengerto the middleweight title, skipping the previous number oneAvtandil Khurtsidze,which was considered controversial due to Álvarez currently not fighting at middleweight. Khurtsidze, who had ten days to appeal decision, decided not to.[108][109]On 24 December, Álvarez and his team gave Chávez Jr. a week to accept the terms, which included a purse of $7 million, or he would consider other options.[110]On 12 January 2017, De La Hoya and Álvarez called for the contract to be signed, which was supposedly sent toAl Haymon,who advises Chávez Jr. and urged him to sign it.[111]A day later, Chávez Jr. claimed he had agreed to all the demands set by Álvarez and said that he would sign the contract. According to Chávez Jr., the new demands included a weight limit set at 164.5 lbs and a $6 million base purse, plus PPV revenue percentages.[112]

On 13 January, Álvarez officially confirmed the fight to take place on 6 May 2017. A rematch clause was also put in place if Chávez Jr. wins the fight and another clause for every pound Chávez Jr. weighs over the limit, he would be fined $1 million.[113][114][115]On 4 February, Golden Boy Promotions announced that the fight would take place at the T-Mobile Arena inParadise, Nevada.[116]On 22 February, Álvarez announced that he planned on vacating his WBO light middleweight title following the Chávez Jr. fight and fighting at middleweight.[117]On 3 March, The fight was announced a sell out on with 20,000 tickets being sold after they initially went on sale to the public on 20 February.[118]On 11 April, Álvarez spoke to bo xing reporters in a teleconference and said that he would fight as a 160-pound middleweight after the Chávez Jr. fight.[119]

According to the NSAC, it was reported that Álvarez would earn $5 million and Chávez Jr. would earn $3 million before any shares of PPV. The figures would increase based on PPV sales.[120][121]

In front of a sold-out crowd of 20,510, Álvarez won the fight in dominant fashion via a shutout unanimous decision. All three judges scored it 120–108 for Álvarez. Chávez Jr. was very cautious throughout the fight. At times, he came forward and also had Álvarez against the ropes, but failed to throw any punches. This led to jeers from the crowd in the later rounds due to a lack of action. Álvarez spoke to HBO's Max Kellerman in the post-fight interview, talking about his fighting style, "Tonight, I showed I could move, I could box, I showed as a fighter I can do all things. I thought I was going to showcase myself as a fighter that could throw punches, but he just wouldn't do it. I've shown I can do lots of things in the ring, anything a fighter brings, I've shown I can showcase myself." CompuBox stats showed that Álvarez landed 228 of 604 his punches thrown (38%) and Chávez Jr. landed 71 of 302 (24%). By the end of round five, Álvarez landed 102 punches compared to Chávez Jr.'s 25 landed.[122][123][124]Early figures revealed that the fight generated at least one million buys.[125]A replay was shown on regular HBO a week later and drew an average of 769,000 viewers.[126]This was the first bo xing match to generate over a million PPV buys that didn't include Mayweather, Pacquiao or De La Hoya since 2002, which sawLennox Lewis retain his heavyweight world titles against Mike Tyson.Later sources confirmed the fight did close to 1.2 million buys, which means it would have generated around $80 million.[127]

Middleweight

Álvarez vs. Golovkin

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Gennady Golovkin

Immediately after the Chávez Jr. fight, Álvarez announced that he would next fight Gennady Golovkin on 16 September 2017, at a location to be determined. Golovkin, who stated he would not attend the fight, was joined by his trainerAbel Sanchezand promoter Tom Loeffler.[128]Golovkin joined him in the ring during the announcement to help promote their upcoming bout. Speaking through a translator, Álvarez said, "Golovkin, you are next, my friend. The fight is done. I've never feared anyone, since I was 15 fighting as a professional. When I was born, fear was gone." When Golovkin arrived in the ring, he said, "I feel very excited. Right now is a different story. In September, it will be a different style – a big drama show. I'm ready. Tonight, first congrats to Canelo and his team. Right now, I think everyone is excited for September. Canelo looked very good tonight, and 100 percent he is the biggest challenge of my career. Good luck to Canelo in September."[122]

On 9 May, Eric Gomez, president of Golden Boy Promotions told theLA Timesthat Álvarez had an immediate rematch clause in place on his contract, whereas Golovkin, if he loses, won't be guaranteed a rematch.[129]De La Hoya later revealed in an interview with ESPN that the fight would also take place at the full middleweight limit of 160 lbs with no rehydration clauses, meaning Golovkin and Álvarez would be able to gain an unlimited amount of weight following the weigh in.[130]On 5 June, the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas was announced as the venue of the fight and would mark the first time Golovkin would fight in the state of Nevada. The AT&T Stadium,Madison Square GardenandDodgers Stadiummissed out on hosting the fight.[131]Eric Gomez of Golden Boy Promotions said in a statement that Álvarez would fight for the IBF title, meaning he would participate in the second day weigh in where the IBF requires that each boxer weighs no more than ten lbs over the 160-pound limit. Although he said there was no word on whether Álvarez would fight for the WBC title, Álvarez claimed that he would not be.[132]On 7 July 2017, Golden Boy and K2 Promotions individually announced the tickets had sold out.[133]

On 15 August, Golden Boy matchmaker Robert Diaz revealed that Álvarez would indeed attend the IBF mandatory second day weigh in and fully intended to fight for both the IBF title and the WBA title. He also made it clear that whilst Golovkin would still defend the WBC andIBOtitle, Álvarez would not pay their sanctioning fees.[134]On 22 August, IBF president Daryl Peoples announced that they would be dropping the mandatory second day weigh in for unification fights, meaning neither fighter is required to participate, however they would still encourage them to do so.[135]It was reported that Álvarez would earn a base minimum $5 million and Golovkin would earn $3 million, before any shares of the revenue are added to their purses.[136]

On fight night, in front of a sold-out crowd of 22,358, Golovkin and Álvarez fought to a split draw (118–110 Álvarez, 115–113 Golovkin, and 114–114). ESPN'sDan Rafaeland HBO'sHarold Ledermanscored the fight 116–112 in favor of Golovkin. Judge Adalaide Byrd's scorecard of 118–110 in favor of Álvarez was widely ridiculed. Many observers felt that Golovkin had won a narrow, closely contested fight and while a draw was justifiable, a card that wide in favor of Álvarez was inexcusable.[137][138][139]Nevertheless, Bob Bennett, director of the Nevada Athletic Commission, said that he had full confidence in Byrd going forward.[140]Despite the controversy, several mainstream media outlets referred to the bout as a "classic".[141][142]The fight started with both boxers finding their rhythm, Álvarez using his footwork and Golovkin establishing his jab. During the middle rounds, particularly between four and eight, Álvarez started each round quickly, but seemed to tire out after a minute, with Golovkin taking over and doing enough to win the rounds. The championship rounds were arguably the best rounds and Álvarez started to counter more and both fighters stood toe-to-toe exchanging swings, the majority of which missed. The draw saw Golovkin make his 19th consecutive defense, just one behind middleweight greatBernard Hopkins.CompuBox stats showed that Golovkin was the busier of the two, landing 218 of 703 thrown (31%), while Álvarez was more accurate, landing 169 of his 505 thrown (34%). Golovkin out landed Álvarez in ten of the twelve rounds.[143][144]The replay, which took place a week later on HBO averaged 726,000, peaking at 840,000 viewers.[145]

Speaking to Max Kellerman after the fight, Golovkin said, "It was a big drama show. [The scoring] is not my fault. I put pressure on him every round. Look, I still have all the belts. I am still the champion." Álvarez felt as though he won the fight, "In the first rounds, I came out to see what he had. Then I was building from there. I think I won eight rounds. I felt that I won the fight. I think I was superior in the ring. I won at least seven or eight rounds. I was able to counterpunch and made Gennady wobble at least three times. If we fight again, it's up to the people. I feel frustrated over my draw."[146][147][148]Golovkin's trainer Abel Sanchez believed judge Byrd had her scorecard filled out before the first bell rang.[149]Álvarez ruled out another fight in 2017, claiming he would return on Cinco de Mayo weekend in May 2018. At the post-fight press conference, Álvarez said through a translator, "Look, right now I wanna rest. Whatever the fans want, whatever the people want and ask for, we'll do. You know that's my style. But right now, who knows if it's in May or September? But one thing's for sure – this is my era, the era of Canelo".[150]Golovkin's promoter Tom Loeffler stated that they would like an immediate rematch, but Golovkin, who prefers fighting at least three times in a calendar year, reiterated his desire to also fight in December.

The fight surpassedMayweather–Álvarezto achieve the third highest gate in bo xing history. ESPN reported the fight generated $27,059,850 from 17,318 tickets sold. 934 complimentary tickets were given out, according to the NSAC. Mayweather vs. Álvarez sold 16,146 tickets to produce a live gate of $20,003,150.[151]

The replay, which took place a week later on HBO averaged 726,000, peaking at 840,000 viewers.[145]The LA Times reported the fight generated 1.3 million domestic PPV buys. Although HBO didn't make an official announcement, it is believed that the revenue would exceed $100 million.[152]

Álvarez vs. Golovkin II

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Gennady Golovkin II

Immediately after the controversial ending, talks began for a rematch between Álvarez and Golovkin. Álvarez stated he would next fight in May 2018, whereas Golovkin was open to fighting in December 2017. ESPN reported that Álvarez, who only had the rematch clause in his contract, must activate it within three weeks of their fight. On 19 September, Golden Boy Promotions president Eric Gomez told ESPN that everyone on their side was interested in the rematch and they would hold discussions with Tom Loeffler in the coming days.[153]Ringtv reported that the negotiations would begin on 22 September.[154]On 24 September, Gomez said the rematch would likely take place in the first week of May 2018 or as early as March if a deal could be worked.[155]Despite ongoing negotiations for the rematch, at the 55th annual convention inBaku,Azerbaijan on 2 October, the WBC officially ordered a rematch. Gomez reacted by telling ESPN, "Regardless of if they did or didn't order the rematch, we are going to try to make it happen. We'll do whatever it takes to make it happen."[156][157]On 7 November, Gomez indicated the negotiations were going well and Álvarez would make a decision in regards to the rematch in the following weeks. It was believed that Golden Boy would wait until afterDavid LemieuxandBilly Joe Saundersfought for the latter's WBO title on 16 December 2017, before making a decision.[158]On 15 November,Matchroom'sEddie Hearn,promoter ofDaniel Jacobs,stated that he approached Tom Loeffler regarding a possible rematch between Golovkin and Jacobs if the Álvarez–Golovkin rematch failed to take place.[159]On 20 December, Gomez announced that the negotiations were close to being finalized after Álvarez gave Golden Boy the go-ahead to write up the contracts.[160]On 29 January 2018, HBO finally announced the rematch would take place in May on Cinco de Mayo weekend.[161][162]On 22 February, the T-Mobile Arena was again selected as the fight's venue.[163]According to WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman, Álvarez would fight Golovkin for their title this time around.[164]

In March 2018, Álvarez tested positive for the banned substanceclenbuterolahead of the fight.[165]Adding to the controversy, Golovkin's trainer Abel Sanchez claimed that Álvarez had his hands wrapped in an illegal manner for the first fight.[166]On 23 March, the NSAC temporarily suspended Álvarez due to his two positive tests for the banned substance clenbuterol. Álvarez was required to appear at a commission hearing, either in person or via telephone, on the issue on 10 April. The commission would decide at the hearing whether the fight would be permitted to go ahead as scheduled.[167]On 28 March,MGM Resorts International,who own the T-Mobile Arena, started to offer full refunds to anyone who had already purchased tickets for the bout. They wrote, "In the event a fan requested a refund, they could get one at the original point of sale and in full." TheLas Vegas Review-Journalreported the news.[168][169]The hearing was rescheduled for 18 April, as Bob Bennett filed a complaint against Álvarez.[170][171]On 3 April, Álvarez officially withdrew from the rematch. Golden Boy mentioned during a press conference it was hinted that Álvarez would likely not be cleared at the hearing and they would not have enough time to promote the fight.[172]

On 13 April, an unofficial source stated that Álvarez had checked into a private hospital in Guadalajara for anarthroscopyknee surgery.[173]A spokesperson for Golden Boy later said it was acosmetic surgery.[174]After surgery, Álvarez posted a picture on social media with a caption reading, "I share that today I had to undergo an arthroscopic surgery to repair the internal femoral cartilage and eliminate a pathological fold of my right knee." Eric Gomez of Golden Boy later confirmed that Álvarez had "acysttaken out of his knee "and there were no serious issues with his knee.[175][176]

At the hearing, Álvarez was given a six-month suspension, backdated to his first drug test fail on 17 February, meaning the ban would end on 17 August 2018. The Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) stated that Álvarez was not enrolled in their testing program. His promoter De La Hoya then announced that Álvarez would return to the ring onMexican Independence Dayweekend.[177][178]

According to Golovkin on 27 April, before he defeatedVanes Martirosyan,a fight with Álvarez in the fall was still a priority. During a conference call, he stated it was the "biggest fight in the world" and beneficial for all parties involved. Although Golovkin stated the rematch had a ten percent chance of happening, Eric Gomez and Tom Loeffler agreed to meet and start negotiating after 5 May.[179][180][181]One of the main issues preventing the rematch to take place was the purse split. Álvarez wanted 65–35 in his favor, the same terms Golovkin agreed to initially, however Golovkin wanted a straight 50–50 split.[182]

On 6 June, Golovkin was stripped of his IBF title due to not adhering to the IBF's rules. The IBF granted Golovkin an exception to fight Martirosyan, although they would not sanction the fight and told Golovkin's team to start negotiating and fight mandatory challengerSergiy Derevyanchenkoby 3 August 2018.[183]The IBF released a statement in detail explaining its decision to strip Golovkin of the belt.[184][185]On 7 June, Golovkin's team stated they would accept a 55–45 split in favor of Álvarez.[186]Five days later on 12 June, Golden Boy gave Golovkin a 24-hour deadline to accept a 57½–42½ split in Álvarez's favor or they would explore other fights. At this time, Golden Boy were already in light negotiations with Eddie Hearn for a fight against Daniel Jacobs instead. At the same time, Loeffler was working closely withFrank Warrento match Saunders with Golovkin at the end of August.[187]Golovkin declined the offer and De La Hoya stated there would be no rematch. Despite this, some sources indicated both sides were still negotiating after a "Hail Mary" idea came to light.[188][189]Hours later, De La Hoya confirmed via hisTwitteraccount that terms had been agreed and the fight would indeed take place on 15 September at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.[190][191]Golovkin revealed to ESPN he agreed to 45%.[192]Álvarez started training for the bout on 14 June and stated his intention to apply for his bo xing license on 18 August.[193]It was confirmed that both boxers would not physically come face to face with each other until the fight week. A split-screen press conference took place on 3 July.[194]On 3 September, due to a majority vote of the panel, it was announced that the vacantRingmiddleweight title would be contested for the bout. Doug Fischer wrote, "We posed the question to the ratings panel, which, in a landslide, voted in favor the magazine's 160-pound championship being up for grabs when the two stars clash at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas."[195]

In front of a sell out crowd of 21,965, the fight was again not without controversy as Álvarez defeated Golovkin viamajority decisionafter twelve rounds. Álvarez was favored by judges Dave Moretti and Steve Weisfeld, both scoring the bout 115–113, the third judge Glenn Feldman scored it 114–114. The result was disputed by fans, pundits and media. Of the 18 media outlets scoring the bout, ten ruled in favor of Golovkin, seven scored a draw while one scored the bout for Álvarez.[196][197]The scorecards showed how close the bout was, with the judges splitting eight rounds. After nine rounds, all three judges had their scorecards reading 87–84 for Álvarez.[198]

The fight was much different from the first bout in terms of action. Álvarez who was described by Golovkin's team as a "runner", altered his style and became more aggressive. Both boxers found use of their respective jabs from the opening round with Golovkin using his jab more as the fight went on. Big punches were landed by both fighters during the bout, with both Álvarez and Golovkin showing excellent chins. Despite the tense build up, both boxers showed each other respect after the fight. Álvarez made good use of his body attack, landing 46 compared to Golovkin's six landed. CompuBox stats showed that Golovkin landed 234 of 879 punches thrown (27%) and Álvarez landed 202 of his 622 punches (33%). Golovkin had the edge in jabs, landing 118 out of 547 (21.6%) compared to 59 out of 256 (23%) for Álvarez. However, Álvarez had the edge in power punches, landing 143 out of 366 (39.1%) compared to 116 out of 332 (34.9%) for Golovkin. In eight of the rounds Golovkin outlanded Álvarez in total punches whereas Álvarez outlanded him in power punches in 9 of the rounds.[199][200]

Álvarez stated that the fight was a "clear victory" and that "in the end, it was a victory for Mexico. And again, it was an opportunity. And I want to shout out to my opponent, the best in the sport of bo xing. I am a great fighter, and I showed it tonight. If the people want another round, I'll do it again. But for right now, I will enjoy time with my family." Golovkin did not take part in the post-fight and made his way backstage where he received stitches for a cut over his right eye. He later responded to the defeat, explaining that "I'm not going to say who won tonight, because the victory belongs to Canelo, according to the judges. I thought it was a very good fight for the fans and very exciting. I thought I fought better than he did." Both fighters were open to a trilogy.[201]

The fight generated a live gate of $23,473,500 from 16,732 tickets sold. This was lower than the first bout, but still the fourth largest-grossing gates in Nevada bo xing history. The fight sold 1.1 million PPV buys, lower than the first bout; however, due to being priced at $84.95, it generated more revenue at around $94 million.[202][203]

Super middleweight

Álvarez vs. Fielding

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Rocky Fielding

In October 2018, Álvarez announced that he would move up to the super middleweight division for the first time in his career to fight 31-year-old British boxerRocky Fielding(27–1, 15 KOs) atMadison Square GardeninNew York City,New Yorkon 15 December 2018, for the WBA (Regular)super middleweighttitle.[204]On 17 October 2018,DAZNannounced that it had signed a five-year, $365 million deal with Álvarez, under which his next eleven fights would be broadcast in the U.S. by the subscription sports streaming service. The deal would begin with Álvarez vs. Fielding and replace his expired contract with HBO (which had also announced its discontinuation of bo xing telecasts).[205][206]Álvarez won the one-sided bout via third-round technical knockout after repeatedly downing Fielding with body shots. Following the fourth knockdown suffered by Fielding, referee Ricky Gonzalez stopped the match.[207]

Return to middleweight

Álvarez vs. Jacobs

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Daniel Jacobs

Álvarez defeated IBF middleweight championDaniel Jacobsvia unanimous decision, 115–113, 115–113, 116–112, on 4 May 2019, in a unification bout at theT-Mobile Arenain Las Vegas. Álvarez defended his WBA (Super), WBC,Ringand lineal middleweight titles whilst obtaining Jacobs' IBF middleweight title.[208][209]

Light heavyweight

Álvarez vs. Kovalev

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Sergey Kovalev

On 13 September 2019, Álvarez announced via social media that he would move up two weight classes to challengeWBOlight heavyweight titleholderSergey Kovalevon 2 November 2019, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.[210]After a competitive first ten rounds in which Kovalev found success with his jab while Álvarez largely utilized power punches, the latter produced a left hook, straight right combination to stop Kovalev in the eleventh round to become a three division world champion.[211]At the time of the stoppage, Álvarez led 96–94 on two of the judges' scorecards, with the other scorecard even at 95–95.[212]He joinedThomas Hearns,Sugar Ray Leonard,andMike McCallumas the only former junior middleweight champions in history to win a title at light heavyweight. Among them, only Hearns and Alvarez himself established their careers at welterweight and claimed the title at the 175 pound limit.[213][214][215][216]

After the fight, Kovalev suggested that he had always been unlikely to win the fight, due to the grueling schedule of back-to-back training camps which resulted from the short period of time between fightingAnthony Yardeon 24 August and Álvarez on 2 November, but he had agreed to fight the latter regardless due to the high financial incentive, reported to be $12 million.[217]Álvarez himself was reported to have received a purse of $35 million for the fight.[218]Kovalev's claims were in contrast to his remarks prior to the fight, “But I wasn’t hurt in my last fight [against Yarde]. I didn’t get any injuries." Kovalev added, "I recharged my batteries. I’m fine.”[219]Álvarez responded by calling Kovalev a "bad loser".[220]

For his 2019 campaign, Álvarez was named the fighter of the year byThe Ring Magazine,ESPN,Sports Illustrated,and theBo xing Writers Association of America.[221][222][223]

Return to super middleweight

On 6 November 2020, Álvarez was released from his contract with Golden Boy Promotions after a lawsuit was settled for breach of contract.[224]

Álvarez vs. Callum Smith

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Callum Smith

On 17 November via social media, Álvarez announced he would be facing undefeatedWBA (Super)andThe Ringsuper middleweight championCallum Smithon 19 December 2020, with the vacantWBCtitle also at stake.[225]The fight was held at theAlamodomeinSan Antonio, Texas.[226]Álvarez's trainer Eddy Reynoso revealed that his fighter had been sparring with undefeated heavyweightFrank Sánchezin preparation for the bout.[227]On the night, Álvarez controlled the action over twelve rounds, inflicting Smith with a detached left biceps injury as he won by unanimous decision with scores of 119–109, 119–109, 117–111. After the win Canelo became a four division world champion.[228][229]

Álvarez vs. Yıldırım

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Avni Yıldırım

It was announced on 20 January 2021 that Álvarez would be defending his titles against WBCmandatory challengerAvni Yıldırımon 27 February at theHard Rock Stadium,Miami Gardens, Florida.[230]The bout attracted criticism due to many perceiving Yıldırım, who had not been in the ring since he lost a technical split decision toAnthony Dirrelltwo years prior in February 2019, to be vastly over-matched. Yıldırım had been named to the mandatory position as a result of the controversial nature of his loss to Dirrell, however, he had remained sidelined due to injury and theCOVID-19 pandemic.[231]Álvarez, who was mandated to face Yıldırım in order to retain the WBC title despite being heavily favored, was dismissive of the critics, saying "I really don't have to give any explanation because they're never gonna be happy with anything... He [Yıldırım] has lots of courage. He can be dangerous at any moment because he is a strong fighter."[232][233]

In a one-sided fight, Álvarez defeated Yıldırım by third-round corner retirement after Yıldırım's corner threw in the towel at the end of the third round. According to CompuBox stats, Álvarez outlanded Yıldırım 67 (40%) to 11 (11%) in total punches and 58 (59%) to 4 (22%) in power punches. In the third round, Álvarez threw 53 power punches.[234]Álvarez later stated that he had contractedCOVID-19prior to the fight and only had one month to train.[235]

Álvarez vs. Saunders

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Billy Joe Saunders

After Álvarez's successful defense againstAvni Yıldırım,promoterEddie Hearnconfirmed Álvarez would be facing WBO titleholder and undefeated two-weight world championBilly Joe Saundersin a unification bout on May 8 at theAT&T StadiuminArlington, Texas.[236]Prior to the fight, there was a dispute between the two fighters' camps regarding the size of the ring: Saunders was unhappy with the proposed 18-foot ring. He instead wanted a 24-foot ring and threatened to pull out of the fight if his request wasn't met, despite having boxed primarily in 20-foot rings in his bouts in the past in the United Kingdom. He ultimately settled for a 22-foot ring after Álvarez said, "I don't care about the size of the ring, I'm just gonna go in there and do my job. It's not the only excuse he's had. He's had plenty of excuses,"[237]referencing when Saunders had previously voiced his concerns about the selection of judges for the fight.[238]

In front of a record breaking crowd of 73,126 for bo xing attendance at an indoor facility in the United States, Álvarez won via eighth-round corner retirement when Saunders' team threw in the towel due to Saunders having suffered a fractured orbital bone as a result of an uppercut landed by Álvarez. At the time of the stoppage, Álvarez was winning on the scorecards 78–74 (twice) and 77–75.[239]Throughout the fight, Álvarez outlanded Saunders 73 to 60 in total punches and landed 53% of his power punches.[240]

In the immediate post-fight press conference, Álvarez was confronted by undefeated WBO middleweight championDemetrius Andradewho asked him when they were going to fight, before accusing Álvarez of ducking him. Álvarez responded to him in English dismissively, calling him a "horrible fighter", and criticizing his resume: "Man, you fight with nobody. You are a champion but you fight with nobody." Before Andrade was removed from the press conference, Álvarez told him, "Get the fuck outta here. Please, get the fuck outta here. Get the fuck outta here because I'm gonna fuck you up right now mother fucker."[241]

Álvarez vs. Plant

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Caleb Plant

After months of negotiations, Álvarez announced on his social media on 19 August 2021 that he would be facing undefeatedIBFchampionCaleb Planton 6 November at theMGM Grand Garden ArenainLas Vegas,in anundisputedshowdown for all four major world titles in the super middleweight division, with the winner set to become the first ever undisputed champion at that weight class.[242]On 21 September 2021, the two fighters were engaged in a brief onstage scuffle during their first press conference, in which Álvarez initiated physical contact during their face-off when he shoved Plant. Álvarez stated that he had done this because he took offense to Plant's use of the word "Mother fucker",interpreting it as an insult to his mother. Plant denied to reporters that he had used the common American curse word in that context. Moreover, he drew attention to Álvarez's hypocrisy, accurately indicating that Álvarez had previously used the same slur againstDemetrius Andradeon the night of 8 May 2021 in the aftermath of hisfight against Billy Joe SaundersinArlington, Texas.[241][243]

On fight night, Álvarez won the bout via eleventh-round technical knockout. He had knocked his opponent to the canvas with a left hook right uppercut combination in the penultimate round, before closing in to drop Plant again, prompting referee Russell Mora to call off the bout.[244][245][246]At the time of the stoppage, Álvarez was ahead on the scorecards with 98–92, 96–94, and 97–93.[247][248]With this win, he became only the sixth fighter to unify all belts in one division in the four-belt era.[249]

Return to light heavyweight

Álvarez vs. Bivol

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Dmitry Bivol

At the WBC Convention on 15 November 2021 inMexico City,the WBC approved the request of Álvarez's trainer and manager, Eddy Reynoso, to have Álvarez challengeIlunga Makabufor his WBCcruiserweighttitle. Álvarez has never competed at cruiserweight, so Reynoso had needed to petition the WBC to order the title fight. The cruiserweight limit was 200 pounds, but it had recently been reduced to 190 pounds by the WBC due to the introduction ofbridgerweight.The fight had been rumored to take place in May 2022.[250][251]This ultimately did not materialize, as Makabu was forced into a mandatory defense of his title in a rematch againstThabiso Mchunuon 29 January 2022, which the former won via split decision.[252]Instead, it was announced on 25 February 2022 that Álvarez had signed a two-fight deal withMatchroom Bo xing;the first fight would see him returning to the light heavyweight division to challenge undefeated WBA (Super) championDmitry Bivolon 7 May in a bout that would be televised as sports streaming serviceDAZN's firstpay-per-viewoffering in the United States and Canada.[253][254]

In a surprise upset, all three judges scored the bout 115–113 in Bivol's favor to hand Álvarez the second defeat of his professional career.[255]According toCompuBoxpunch statistics, Bivol had outlanded Álvarez in every single round of the fight, for a total of 152 punches landed out of 710 thrown (21%), compared to Álvarez's 84 of 495 (17%).[256]Many media reporters and pundits drew attention to the judges' official scorecards: all three judges had scored Álvarez the winner of the first four rounds, something that was roundly criticized, and described byESPNreporter Mike Coppinger as "puzzling".[257][258][259]Despite the widespread public opinion that Bivol was the deserved winner, Álvarez initially disagreed with this notion, stating in his post-fight interview: "I don't feel like I lost the fight... Personally, I felt he [Bivol] only won four or five rounds." He later acknowledged defeat and alluded to an issue hampering his training regimen, "It’s another reason, but I don’t want to say anything and make any excuses. I lost and that’s it. I got tired and that’s it. I couldn’t train like usually, but it is what it is."[260]He went on to express his desire to fight Bivol again: "We want the rematch, and we're going to do better in the rematch."[257]Despite this, a rematch between Álvarez and Bivol did not materialize immediately, as the former opted to face WBA (Super) and IBF middleweight championGennady Golovkinin a trilogy bout as his opponent for his next fight instead.[261]

Return to super middleweight

Álvarez vs. Golovkin III

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. Gennady Golovkin III

Despite Álvarez expressing his desire to avenge his loss against WBA (Super) light heavyweight championDmitry Bivolin a rematch,[257]on 24 May 2022 it was announced that Álvarez would instead be returning to the super middleweight division to defend his undisputed titles againstGennady Golovkinin a trilogy bout on 17 September. The bout would see Golovkin, the WBA (Super) and IBF middleweight champion, compete in the super middleweight division for the first time in his career, while it was Álvarez's sixth bout in the same weight class.[261]

In the first pre-fight press conference on 25 June 2022 in Los Angeles, Álvarez described the rivalry between him and Golovkin as "personal" rather than simply competitive. Álvarez stated of his opponent: "He always pretends to be a nice guy but he's an asshole. He's an asshole person... He's talking a lot of things about me. That's why it's personal." Álvarez went on to express his excitement at the prospect of sending his opponent into retirement, and admitted that he received gratification from making Golovkin wait four years for a trilogy bout on his own terms, in his preferred weight class of super middleweight: "It makes me feel good."[262][263]

On fight night, Álvarez defeated Golovkin via unanimous decision with the scores of 115–113 (twice) and 116–112.[264]

Álvarez vs. Ryder

Main article:Canelo Álvarez vs. John Ryder

On 14 March 2023, it was announced that Álvarez would be making the second defense of his undisputed super middleweight titles against WBO interim championJohn RyderatEstadio Akronin his hometown ofGuadalajara,Mexico on 6 May. The bout would mark Álvarez's first bout in his home nation in over eleven years.[265]

Álvarez won via unanimous decision after the judges scored the fight 118–109 (twice) and 120–107 in his favor after 12 rounds.[266]

Álvarez vs. Charlo

On 30 September 2023, Álvarez defended his titles against former light middleweight undisputed championJermell Charlo.Charlo moved up 2 weight-classes for the bout. Canelo ended up winning a unanimous decision against a very uninspiring charlo, who was determined to survive and see the final bell.[267]

Álvarez vs. Munguia

On February 27, 2024, it was reported that Canelo would defend his undisputed super middleweight title againstJaime Munguiaon May 4 in Las Vegas, Cinco de Mayo weekend.[268]The fight was confirmed on March 12, 2024.[269][270][271]Canelo won the fight by unanimous decision (117–110, 116–111, 115–112), scoring a knockdown in the fourth round along the way.[272]

Personal life

Álvarez isCatholic.[273]He was engaged toMarisol González,who isMiss Mexico Universe 2003and a sports reporter forTelevisa Deportes.[274][275]In May 2021, Álvarez married his longtime partner Fernanda Gómez in a ceremony at theGuadalajara CathedralinGuadalajara,Mexico.[276]He has three daughters and one son, all with different women.[277][278][279]

He is an avid car collector, owning aFerrari LaFerrari,aBugatti Chiron,aLamborghini Aventador SVJ,aShelby Mustang,aMercedes-AMG G 63 6x6,aRolls Royce Ghost,and aTesla Model X.[280][281][282]He also owns severalmotorcycles,includingHarleysandDucatis.[282]

Álvarez enjoys playinggolf;in 2020 he stated his intentions to retire from bo xing by age 37 and "dedicate himself to his business and playing golf every day" in retirement.[283]

He is also a bo xing promoter in Mexico. His company, Canelo Promotions, was established in 2010 and his business partners are his trainers, father-and-son team Chepo and Eddy Reynoso. As of 2013, Canelo Promotions represented 40 boxers throughout Mexico.[284]

Álvarez made a cameo appearance inCreed III(2023),[285]and features on the cover of the bo xing video gameUndisputed.[286]

Professional bo xing record

65 fights 61 wins 2 losses
By knockout 39 0
By decision 22 2
Draws 2
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
65 Win 61–2–2 Jaime Munguía UD 12 4 May 2024 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, andThe Ringsuper middleweight titles
64 Win 60–2–2 Jermell Charlo UD 12 30 Sep 2023 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, andThe Ringsuper middleweight titles
63 Win 59–2–2 John Ryder UD 12 6 May 2023 Estadio Akron,Zapopan, Mexico Retained WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, andThe Ringsuper middleweight titles
62 Win 58–2–2 Gennady Golovkin UD 12 17 Sep 2022 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, andThe Ringsuper middleweight titles
61 Loss 57–2–2 Dmitry Bivol UD 12 7 May 2022 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. ForWBA (Super) light heavyweight title
60 Win 57–1–2 Caleb Plant TKO 11 (12),1:05 6 Nov 2021 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, WBO, andThe Ringsuper middleweight titles;
WonIBF super middleweight title
59 Win 56–1–2 Billy Joe Saunders RTD 8 (12),3:00 8 May 2021 AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, andThe Ringsuper middleweight titles;
WonWBO super middleweight title
58 Win 55–1–2 Avni Yıldırım RTD 3 (12),3:00 27 Feb 2021 Hard Rock Stadium,Miami Gardens, Florida,U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, andThe Ringsuper middleweight titles
57 Win 54–1–2 Callum Smith UD 12 19 Dec 2020 Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas, U.S. WonWBA (Super),The Ring,and vacantWBC super middleweight titles
56 Win 53–1–2 Sergey Kovalev KO 11 (12),2:15 2 Nov 2019 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. WonWBO light heavyweight title
55 Win 52–1–2 Daniel Jacobs UD 12 4 May 2019 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, andThe Ringmiddleweight titles;
Won IBF middleweight title
54 Win 51–1–2 Rocky Fielding TKO 3 (12),2:38 15 Dec 2018 Madison Square Garden,New York City, New York,U.S. WonWBA (Regular) super middleweight title
53 Win 50–1–2 Gennady Golovkin MD 12 15 Sep 2018 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Won WBA (Super), WBC, and vacantThe Ringmiddleweight titles
52 Draw 49–1–2 Gennady Golovkin SD 12 16 Sep 2017 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. RetainedThe Ringmiddleweight title;
ForWBA (Super),WBC, andIBF middleweight titles
51 Win 49–1–1 Julio César Chávez Jr. UD 12 6 May 2017 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
50 Win 48–1–1 Liam Smith KO 9 (12),2:28 17 Sep 2016 AT&T Stadium,Arlington, Texas,U.S. WonWBO light middleweight title
49 Win 47–1–1 Amir Khan KO 6 (12),2:37 7 May 2016 T-Mobile Arena,Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC andThe Ringmiddleweight titles
48 Win 46–1–1 Miguel Cotto UD 12 21 Nov 2015 Mandalay Bay Events Center,Paradise, Nevada, U.S. WonThe Ringand vacantWBC middleweight titles
47 Win 45–1–1 James Kirkland KO 3 (12),2:19 9 May 2015 Minute Maid Park,Houston, Texas,U.S.
46 Win 44–1–1 Erislandy Lara SD 12 12 Jul 2014 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
45 Win 43–1–1 Alfredo Angulo TKO 10 (12),0:44 8 Mar 2014 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
44 Loss 42–1–1 Floyd Mayweather Jr. MD 12 14 Sep 2013 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Lost WBC andThe Ringlight middleweight titles;
ForWBA (Super) light middleweight title
43 Win 42–0–1 Austin Trout UD 12 20 Apr 2013 Alamodome,San Antonio, Texas,U.S. Retained WBC light middleweight title;
WonWBA (Unified)and vacantThe Ringlight middleweight titles
42 Win 41–0–1 Josesito López TKO 5 (12),2:55 15 Sep 2012 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC light middleweight title
41 Win 40–0–1 Shane Mosley UD 12 5 May 2012 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC light middleweight title
40 Win 39–0–1 Kermit Cintrón TKO 5 (12),2:53 26 Nov 2011 Plaza de Toros,Mexico City, Mexico Retained WBC light middleweight title
39 Win 38–0–1 Alfonso Gómez TKO 6 (12),2:36 17 Sep 2011 Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, U.S. Retained WBC light middleweight title
38 Win 37–0–1 Ryan Rhodes TKO 12 (12),0:48 18 Jun 2011 Arena VFG, Guadalajara, Mexico Retained WBC light middleweight title
37 Win 36–0–1 Matthew Hatton UD 12 5 Mar 2011 Honda Center,Anaheim, California,U.S. Won vacantWBC light middleweight title
36 Win 35–0–1 Lovemore N'dou UD 12 4 Dec 2010 Estadio Universitario Beto Ávila,Veracruz,Mexico Retained WBC Silver light middleweight title
35 Win 34–0–1 Carlos Baldomir KO 6 (10),2:58 18 Sep 2010 Staples Center,Los Angeles, California,U.S. Retained WBC Silver light middleweight title
34 Win 33–0–1 Luciano Leonel Cuello TKO 6 (12),1:23 10 Jul 2010 Arena VFG,Guadalajara, Mexico Won vacantWBC Silverlight middleweighttitle
33 Win 32–0–1 José Cotto TKO 9 (10),2:51 1 May 2010 MGM Grand Garden Arena,Paradise, Nevada,U.S.
32 Win 31–0–1 Brian Camechis KO 3 (12),0:23 6 Mar 2010 Palenque de la Feria,Tuxtla Gutiérrez,Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title
31 Win 30–0–1 Lanardo Tyner UD 12 5 Dec 2009 Tepic, Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title
30 Win 29–0–1 Carlos Herrera TKO 1 (10),2:46 15 Sep 2009 Auditorio Siglo XXI,Puebla,Mexico Retained WBC Youth welterweight title
29 Win 28–0–1 Marat Khuzeev KO 2 (10),2:33 8 Aug 2009 Auditorio Benito Juárez, Zapopan, Mexico Won vacantWBCYouth welterweight title
28 Win 27–0–1 Jefferson Gonçalo KO 9 (12),1:54 6 Jun 2009 Xcaret Park,Cancún,Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title
27 Win 26–0–1 Michel Rosales TKO 10 (12),2:53 11 Apr 2009 Gimnasio Niños Héroes, Tepic, Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title
26 Win 25–0–1 Euri González TKO 11 (12),1:36 21 Feb 2009 Auditorio Benito Juárez, Zapopan, Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title;
WonWBOLatino welterweight title
25 Win 24–0–1 Antonio Fitch TKO 1 (12),1:52 17 Jan 2009 Foro Scotiabank,Mexico City,Mexico Won vacantNABF welterweight title
24 Win 23–0–1 Raúl Pinzón TKO 1 (12),2:30 5 Dec 2008 Miccosukee Resort & Gaming,Miami, Florida,U.S. Retained WBA Fedecentro welterweight title
23 Win 22–0–1 Larry Mosley UD 10 24 Oct 2008 Morongo Casino Resort & Spa,Cabazon, California,U.S.
22 Win 21–0–1 Carlos Adán Jerez UD 10 2 Aug 2008 Auditorio Benito Juárez, Zapopan, Mexico Retained WBA Fedecentro welterweight title
21 Win 20–0–1 Miguel Vázquez UD 10 28 Jun 2008 Palenque Calle 2,Zapopan,Mexico
20 Win 19–0–1 Francisco Villanueva SD 10 6 Jun 2008 Tepic, Mexico
19 Win 18–0–1 Gabriel Martinez RTD 11 (12),3:00 18 Apr 2008 Salon Marbet Plus, Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl, Mexico Won vacantWBAFedecentro welterweight title
18 Win 17–0–1 Francisco Villanueva TKO 9 (12),2:32 14 Mar 2008 Coliseo Olimpico de la UG, Guadalajara, Mexico Retained Jalisco welterweight title
17 Win 16–0–1 Axel Rodrigo Solis KO 1 (8),2:55 22 Feb 2008 Salon Marbet Plus,Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl,Mexico
16 Win 15–0–1 Sean Holley TKO 2 (10),3:00 15 Dec 2007 Auditorio Benito Juarez, Guadalajara, Mexico
15 Win 14–0–1 Ricardo Cano UD 12 31 Aug 2007 Coliseo Olímpico, Guadalajara, Mexico WonJaliscowelterweighttitle
14 Win 13–0–1 Christian Solano UD 10 18 Aug 2007 Arena Coliseo, Guadalajara, Mexico
13 Win 12–0–1 Jesus Hernandez TKO 2 (10),0:12 1 Jun 2007 Casino de los Fresnos, Tepic, Mexico
12 Win 11–0–1 Víctor Marquez KO 4 (10),1:48 19 May 2007 Auditorio Benito Juarez, Guadalajara, Mexico
11 Win 10–0–1 Ivan Illescas KO 4 (10),2:40 30 Mar 2007 Arena-Casino Los Fresnos, Tepic, Mexico
10 Win 9–0–1 Javier Martinez TKO 8 (10),1:54 2 Mar 2007 Casino Los Fresnos,Tepic,Mexico
9 Win 8–0–1 Daniel Martinez KO 2 (8),2:59 8 Dec 2006 Arena Jalisco, Guadalajara, Mexico
8 Win 7–0–1 Francisco Villanueva KO 5 (6),1:20 29 Sep 2006 Tonalá, Mexico
7 Win 6–0–1 Cristian Hernandez KO 2 (6),0:34 15 Sep 2006 Guadalajara, Mexico
6 Win 5–0–1 Juan Hernandez KO 2 (6),0:07 21 Jul 2006 Arena Coliseo,Guadalajara, Mexico
5 Draw 4–0–1 Jorge Juarez SD 4 17 Jun 2006 Auditorio Fausto Gutierrez Moreno,Tijuana,Mexico
4 Win 4–0 Pedro Lopez KO 1 (4),2:33 10 Feb 2006 Men's Club, Guadalajara, Mexico
3 Win 3–0 Miguel Vázquez SD 4 20 Jan 2006 Guadalajara,Mexico
2 Win 2–0 Pablo Alvarado KO 2 (4),2:25 26 Nov 2005 Arena Chololo Larios, Tonalá, Mexico
1 Win 1–0 Abraham Gonzalez TKO 4 (4),0:18 29 Oct 2005 Arena Chololo Larios,Tonalá,Mexico

Viewership

Pay-per-view bouts

United States
No. Date Fight Billing Buys Network Revenue
1
14 September 2013
 Mayweathervs.Canelo The One 2,200,000[287] Showtime $150,000,000
2
8 March 2014
 Canelovs.Angulo Toe to Toe 350,000[288] $20,000,000
3
12 July 2014
 Canelovs.Lara Honor and Glory 300,000[289] $18,000,000
4
21 November 2015
 Cottovs.Canelo Cotto–Canelo 900,000[85] HBO $58,000,000
5
7 May 2016
 Canelovs.Khan Power vs. Speed 600,000[92] $30,000,000
6
17 September 2016
 Canelovs.Smith Canelo–Smith 300,000[99] $20,000,000
7
6 May 2017
 Canelovs.Chávez Civil War 1,000,000[127] $80,000,000
8
16 September 2017
 Canelovs.Golovkin Supremacy 1,300,000[152] $110,000,000
9
15 September 2018
 Canelovs.GolovkinII Final Judgment 1,100,000[202] $120,000,000
10
6 November 2021
 Canelovs.Plant Road to Undisputed 800,000[290] Showtime $64,000,000
11
7 May 2022
 Canelovs.Bivol Legacy is Earned 520,000[291] DAZN $36,400,000
12
17 September 2022
 Canelovs.GolovkinIII The Trilogy 550,000[292] $79,500,000
13
6 May 2023
 Canelovs.Ryder The King is Coming Home 450,000[293] $29,250,000
14
30 September 2023
 Canelovs.Charlo Undisputed vs Undisputed 700,000[294] Showtime $59,500,000
15
4 May 2024
 Canelovs.Munguia Canelo-Munguia 560,000[295] Amazon Prime Video/DAZN $50,400,000
Total sales 11,630,000 $925,050,000

Subscription sports streaming service bouts

No. Date Fight Network
1
15 December 2018
 Canelovs.Fielding DAZN
2
4 May 2019
 Canelovs.Jacobs
3
2 November 2019
 Canelovs.Kovalev
4
19 December 2020
 Canelovs.C. Smith
5
27 February 2021
 Canelovs.Yıldırım
6
8 May 2021
 Canelovs.Saunders
7
7 May 2022
 Canelovs.Bivol
8
17 September 2022
 Canelovs.GolovkinIII
9
6 May 2023
 Canelovs.Ryder
10
4 May 2024
 Canelovs.Munguia Amazon Prime Video/DAZN

See also

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Dmitry Bivol
Achievements
Preceded by The Ringpound for pound #1 boxer
7 November 2019 – 7 May 2022 		Succeeded by
Oleksandr Usyk
BWAA pound for pound #1 boxer
18 December 2019 – 26 June 2022 		Succeeded by
Terence Crawford
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