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Canelo Reclaims WBC Title in Riyadh!
1 Nov
Summary
- Canelo Alvarez secured a unanimous decision win against Christian Mbilli.
- Alvarez reclaimed the WBC super middleweight title in Saudi Arabia.
- Mbilli suffered his first professional career defeat in the bout.
In a commanding performance at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Canelo Alvarez has once again asserted his dominance in the super middleweight division. He secured a unanimous decision victory against the previously undefeated Christian Mbilli, reclaiming the WBC title. Alvarez skillfully managed Mbilli's relentless pressure, utilizing his vast experience and defensive acumen to control the 12-round bout.
The judges' scorecards reflected Alvarez's clear advantage: 116-111, 117-110, and 116-112. Adding to Mbilli's challenges, he was also penalized a point in the eighth round for fouls. This significant win serves as a powerful response for Alvarez following his September 2025 defeat, improving his record to 64 wins, 3 losses, and 2 draws. For Mbilli, the bout concluded his undefeated streak, marking his first professional loss.
