Canelo Alvarez: Latest News and Updates | South China Morning Post
The latest news on Canelo Alvarez, Mexican professional boxer, including boxing news and updates.
www.scmp.comHere are the latest developments on Canelo Álvarez based on recent reporting:
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Canelo Álvarez is aiming to return to the ring in September 2026 with a title fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. His camp has been targeting a matchup against Christian Mbilli for the WBC super middleweight title, with official announcements aligning to a September 12, 2026 date. This marks his first ring appearance since losing to Terence Crawford in 2025.[1]
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Several outlets note that after elbow surgery and the Crawford loss, Canelo shifted focus to regaining a world title, with training camps reportedly underway in advance of a September return. The opponent was still being finalized as of the latest reports, though Mbilli remained a top candidate.[1]
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Additional coverage highlights Canelo’s broader activity, including past ring returns and media appearances, but the central current narrative centers on the Riyadh date and the pursuit of a987 title bout in the fall of 2026.[2][3]
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