Upcoming Showdown: Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford
On September 13, fans worldwide will witness a highly anticipated showdown as Canelo Alvarez defends his title as the undisputed super middleweight champion against Terence Crawford at Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas. This matchup is expected to draw in millions of viewers, especially with Netflix broadcasting the event, which is poised to be one of the most significant boxing spectacles in recent history.
Undercard Highlights
Before the main event kicks off, audiences can look forward to a competitive nine-fight undercard featuring compelling matchups that highlight rising talents and seasoned contenders. Recently, TKO Boxing and Netflix unveiled details about the three main fights on the card:
- A clash for the WBC interim super middleweight title between Christian Mbilli and Lester Martinez.
- A notable bout featuring rising star Callum Walsh, backed by Dana White, going against Fernando Vargas Jr., the son of the former two-division champion.
- Additionally, Saudi fighter Mohammed Alakel will take on John Ornelas, adding more excitement to the lineup.
Preliminary Fights and Notable Matchups
UFC CEO Dana White also announced that fans can catch six preliminary fights streaming live on YouTube starting at 5:30 PM ET. Among those, a rematch between Serhii Bohachuk (26-2, 24 KOs) and Brandon Adams (25-4, 16 KOs) will be highlighted. This matchup comes after Adams scored an upset victory over Bohachuk in 2021, only for Adams to step back from the ring for almost three years following that win. Bohachuk, who has rebounded well since the loss, claiming five consecutive victories before an interim title loss to Vergil Ortiz Jr. in August 2024, is keen to regain his former prominence.
In another intriguing encounter, undefeated heavyweight prospect Ivan Dychko (15-0, 14 KOs) is set to face Jermaine Franklin Jr. (23-2, 15 KOs). Dychko, a double Olympic bronze medalist, knows his career trajectory hinges on this moment, especially after Franklin has recently returned to winning form after not fighting for 16 months.
Steven Nelson (20-1, 16 KOs), a training partner of Crawford, will encounter Raiko Santana (12-4, 6 KOs) in a light heavyweight bout. After suffering a defeat to Diego Pacheco earlier this year, Nelson is eager to re-establish his standing in the division.
The undercard will also spotlight a trio of promising fighters: Marco Verde, Reito Tsutsumi, and Sultan Almohamed, showcasing their skills in separate bouts.
Fight Card Overview
Ultimately, the fight card for the evening promises thrilling entertainment for boxing fans:
Main Card (Netflix)
- Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford for the Undisputed Super Middleweight Championship, 12 rounds
- Callum Walsh vs. Fernando Vargas Jr., 10 rounds
- Christian Mbilli vs. Lester Martinez, 12 rounds
- Mohammed Alakel vs. John Ornelas, 10 rounds
Undercard (YouTube)
- Serhii Bohachuk vs. Brandon Adams, 10 rounds
- Ivan Dychko vs. Jermaine Franklin Jr., 10 rounds
- Reito Tsutsumi vs. Javier Martinez, 6 rounds
- Sultan Almohamed vs. Martin Caraballo, 4 rounds
- Steven Nelson vs. Raiko Santana, 10 rounds
- Marco Verde vs. TBD, 6 rounds
As this historic night approaches, boxing enthusiasts are gearing up for what could be a landmark event in the sport.
