Christian Mbilli Set for Major Fight
In a highly anticipated match-up, Christian Mbilli is set to take center stage this Saturday at Allegiant Stadium, where he will serve as the main undercard for the much-awaited clash between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford. The French-Cameroonian-Canadian fighter, who boasts a record of 29 wins—26 by knockout, will challenge the undefeated Lester Martinez for the WBC interim super middleweight title. A victory could likely propel him into contention for the winner’s title in the night’s main event, where Canelo and Crawford compete for the undisputed crown in the super middleweight division.
Training and Preparation
This opportunity comes after a rigorous training camp in Big Bear, California, where Mbilli focused on altitude adaptation and acclimating to the time zone.
“I feel fantastic, the best I’ve ever felt. My team and I are well-prepared; we could fight any day now, and I’d be ready,”
he shared with World Boxing News during fight week.
Facing the Challenge
Mbilli acknowledged the threat posed by Martinez, describing him as “explosive” and emphasizing his offensive power. Despite some skepticism regarding Martinez’s name recognition—he holds a record of 19-0 with 16 knockouts—Mbilli ardently defended his opponent.
“Sure, I’d prefer to face a more recognized name, but I genuinely believe he’s more talented than many bigger names out there. It’s just that he doesn’t have the publicity yet.”
Aiming for Greatness
The rising star sees this fight as a crucial moment to elevate his own profile, confident that a spectacular win could capture the attention of millions tuning in to the showdown.
“I intend to not only win but deliver a performance that dazzles the audience, demonstrating my ability to draw fans away from Canelo and Crawford, and then aim for even greater opportunities in the future.”
Event Details
Mbilli’s bout with Martinez is positioned as a pivotal part of one of boxing’s most significant events of the year, promising to have lasting implications on the landscape of the super middleweight class. The card, including the main event, will be available for streaming exclusively on Netflix at no extra cost to subscribers, with preliminaries starting at 5:30 p.m. ET and the main card kicking off at 8:00 p.m. ET.
About Phil Jay
Phil Jay, a respected voice in boxing journalism with over 15 years of experience, continues to provide insights into the evolving fight scene as the Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News. His coverage includes firsthand accounts of numerous champion bouts and important boxing events worldwide.
