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Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez is set to challenge the reigning World Boxing Council (WBC) super middleweight champion, Christian Mbilli, in a highly anticipated bout scheduled for السبت, أكتوبر 31, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This fight represents a significant moment in Álvarez’s career as he aims to reclaim the prestigious WBC green-and-gold belt.
Mbilli, holding the title since the WBC officially recognized him as the full world champion in يناير 2026, will be making his first defense against the Mexican star. The matchup promises to be a defining contest in the super middleweight division, with both fighters bringing unique strengths and stakes into the ring.
The Weight Limit for the Showdown
Competing in the super middleweight class requires fighters to adhere to a strict weight limit of 168 pounds, or roughly 76.2 kilograms. Álvarez must meet this requirement at the official weigh-in to qualify for the title fight. This division has been central to Álvarez’s career, highlighted by his tenure as the undisputed super middleweight champion in previous years.
Drawing on his extensive experience competing at 168 pounds, Álvarez looks to leverage his past successes to regain the WBC title from Mbilli. The fight in Riyadh not only marks a major international sporting event but also a pivotal chapter in the ongoing rivalry for supremacy within the division.
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