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Washington Post
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Canelo Alvarez, Terence Crawford share compliments in final stop of media tour for Sept. 13 bout
LAS VEGAS — No trash talk necessary. That was Friday's message from Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez, both complimentary of one another while downplaying a shoving incident in New York earlier this month during the media tour for their blockbuster match on Sept. 13 at Allegiant Stadium. The fight for the unified super middleweight championship is part of Alvarez's reported $400 million, minimum four-fight deal with Riyadh Season.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Canelo vs Crawford: Global Mega Fight Ignites in Riyadh with Explosive Press Conference
Canelo vs Crawford: Global Mega Fight Ignites in Riyadh with Explosive Press Conference originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The boxing world witnessed a seismic moment in Riyadh as global superstars Canelo Álvarez and Terence Crawford launched the official press tour for their historic showdown scheduled for September 13, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Held at the opulent Baker Al-Sheddi Theatre in Boulevard City, the launch event marked the first in a three-stop international media tour leading up to what many already consider the defining super fight of the decade. The two champions stood face-to-face for the first time, backed by booming visuals, elite production, and an energized crowd. Stage Presence: A Study in Contrast As the main event opened under glowing lights, I had the rare opportunity to interview both fighters live on stage. Canelo stood calm, measured, every inch the seasoned champion, speaking slowly and deliberately. He made it clear this bout isn't about the money—it's about legacy. Advertisement (c) Leos Development Crawford, on the other hand, projected a fierce intensity. Without raising his voice, he made his point: 'This fight is everything they said couldn't happen. Now I'm going to show why it's happening.' His body language was unmistakable—tense, locked in, and unshaken. Behind the Curtain: VIP Dressing Room Access In a rare moment before the public stage show, I was given full access to both fighters' VIP dressing rooms—where no cameras were allowed and only a select few witnessed the pre-fight psyche up close. Canelo's camp was meticulously calm. His trainer Eddy Reynoso was reviewing tactics on a tablet, while a small entourage prepared his formal wardrobe with trademark precision. On Crawford's side, energy pulsed through the room. His team worked fast but light-heartedly, with Terrence shadowboxing quietly in the corner, focused, headphones in. Advertisement I asked both men one private question: 'Are you ready?' Canelo nodded once and said, 'Always.' Crawford simply replied, 'You'll see.' Las Vegas Fight Night: What to Expect The bout, scheduled for September 13 at the 65,000-seat Allegiant Stadium, will be broadcast live on Netflix, marking the platform's first global streaming of a championship boxing event. No pay-per-view, no restrictions—just a global audience tuned in for history. The event is being promoted by Dana White's TKO Group, in partnership with Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority (GEA) and entertainment firm SELA. The GEA has committed to a blockbuster experience, with additional concerts, fan experiences, and a multi-day Las Vegas festival running in tandem with the fight week. $188,000 Championship Belt & Six-Figure KO Bonus As part of the new era of boxing showmanship, the winner of Canelo vs Crawford will receive a $188,000 bespoke belt, designed with 24-karat gold and rare stones—commissioned by Saudi organizers as a symbol of elite competition. Advertisement In a bold move to guarantee excitement, the GEA is also offering a six-figure cash bonus for a knockout victory. This is part of a wider push to eliminate "boring fights" and reward all-action performances—an incentive that both fighters acknowledged during our conversations. Press Tour Continues After Riyadh, the press tour moves to New York City (June 22) and then to Las Vegas (June 27). Both events are expected to draw massive crowds, fan activations, and additional promotional announcements. I'll be continuing exclusive coverage on-site. High Stakes, No Titles Spared Though Crawford will move up in weight to face Canelo, all four of Canelo's super middleweight world titles (WBA, WBC, IBF, and WBO) will be on the line. This creates a once-in-a-generation opportunity: for Crawford to become the first male boxer in history to become undisputed in three weight classes. Advertisement This fight is more than a contest between two of the best pound-for-pound fighters of the modern era. It's a cultural moment—melding boxing, entertainment, and global diplomacy. With Saudi Arabia providing the stage for the story to begin, and Las Vegas booked for the grand finale, Canelo vs Crawford is shaping up to be the most important fight of the 2020s. As Canelo told me before stepping offstage: 'We're making history. That's the only reason I'm here.' (c) Leos Development This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
Asharq Al-Awsat
5 days ago
- Sport
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Arabia Advances to Gold Cup Quarter-Finals After Draw with Trinidad, Tobago
The Saudi national football team qualified for the quarter-finals of the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup after a 1-1 draw against Trinidad and Tobago in the match held early this morning at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, SPA reported. With this result, Saudi Arabia moved up to four points, placing second in the group behind the United States, who lead with seven points, thus securing their spot in the quarter-finals.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
When is Canelo vs Crawford? Date, fight time, undercard and how to watch
Later this year, Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez will box Terence Crawford in one of the biggest commercial fights in years. Mexican icon Canelo defends all the major super-middleweight titles in Las Vegas, where he faces arguable pound-for-pound No 1 Crawford at Allegiant Stadium – home of the Raiders NFL team. Advertisement The unbeaten Crawford is a four-division world champion, having gradually worked his way from lightweight up to super-welterweight, yet this 167lb clash with Canelo will see him make a further, stark jump in weight. If he succeeds against Canelo (63-2-2, 39 knockouts), the 37-year-old American (41-0, 31 KOs) will become boxing's first three-weight undisputed champion. Meanwhile, 34-year-old Canelo is also a multi-weight champion, who recently regained undisputed status at super-middleweight, his preferred division in recent years. While this is a somewhat contrived showdown from a weight perspective, it is perhaps the biggest boxing match since Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao, 10 years ago – at least from the perspective of an American audience. It pits the face of boxing, in Canelo, against a man deemed by many as the finest boxer alive right now. Here's all you need to know. When is the fight? Canelo vs Crawford will take place on Saturday 13 September at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Advertisement Timings for the event have not yet been announced, but it's likely that the main card will begin at 1am BST on Sunday (5pm PT / 7pm CT / 8pm ET on Saturday), with main-event ring walks following at 4am BST on Sunday (8pm PT / 10pm CT / 11pm ET on Saturday). How can I watch it? Canelo Alvarez (right) stared down Terence Crawford in May, with the pair primed to meet in September (Getty Images) The event will stream live exclusively on Netflix around the world. It will be available to all Netflix subscribers globally, i.e. it will not be a pay-per-view event. Odds Canelo – 8/15 Crawford – 6/4 Draw – 16/1 Via Betway. Get all the latest boxing betting sites' offers . The Independent vets betting sites for usability, security and responsible gambling tools. You can claim free bets here to use across a range of sports. Please read the terms. Fight card More bouts to be added; 'C' denotes champion: Advertisement Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez (C) vs Terence Crawford (undisputed super-middleweight titles) We may earn commission from some of the links in this article, but we never allow this to influence our content. This revenue helps to fund journalism across The Independent.
The Independent
19-06-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
When is Canelo vs Crawford? Date, fight time, undercard and how to watch
Later this year, Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez will box Terence Crawford in one of the biggest commercial fights in years. Mexican icon Canelo defends all the major super-middleweight titles in Las Vegas, where he faces arguable pound-for-pound No 1 Crawford at Allegiant Stadium – home of the Raiders NFL team. The unbeaten Crawford is a four-division world champion, having gradually worked his way from lightweight up to super-welterweight, yet this 167lb clash with Canelo will see him make a further, stark jump in weight. If he succeeds against Canelo (63-2-2, 39 knockouts), the 37-year-old American (41-0, 31 KOs) will become boxing's first three-weight undisputed champion. Meanwhile, 34-year-old Canelo is also a multi-weight champion, who recently regained undisputed status at super-middleweight, his preferred division in recent years. While this is a somewhat contrived showdown from a weight perspective, it is perhaps the biggest boxing match since Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao, 10 years ago – at least from the perspective of an American audience. It pits the face of boxing, in Canelo, against a man deemed by many as the finest boxer alive right now. Here's all you need to know. When is the fight? Canelo vs Crawford will take place on Saturday 13 September at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Timings for the event have not yet been announced, but it's likely that the main card will begin at 1am BST on Sunday (5pm PT / 7pm CT / 8pm ET on Saturday), with main-event ring walks following at 4am BST on Sunday (8pm PT / 10pm CT / 11pm ET on Saturday). How can I watch it? The event will stream live exclusively on Netflix around the world. It will be available to all Netflix subscribers globally, i.e. it will not be a pay-per-view event. Odds Canelo – 8/15 Crawford – 6/4 Draw – 16/1 Via Betway. Get all the latest boxing betting sites' offers. The Independent vets betting sites for usability, security and responsible gambling tools. You can claim free bets here to use across a range of sports. Please read the terms. Fight card Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez (C) vs Terence Crawford (undisputed super-middleweight titles)
