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Canelo Alvarez Outboxes Christian Mbilli to Claim WBC Super Middleweight Title in Riyadh

Canelo Alvarez Outboxes Christian Mbilli to Claim WBC Super Middleweight Title in Riyadh
World Sports · 17:31:27 - Tuesday, 3 November 2026

Canelo Alvarez secured the WBC super middleweight championship with a unanimous decision victory over Christian Mbilli on Saturday in Riyadh. The Mexican star controlled the bout with superior boxing skills, earning the judges' nod after twelve rounds.

Alvarez, fighting in Saudi Arabia's capital, demonstrated his trademark precision and ring generalship against the previously unbeaten Mbilli. The victory adds another world title to Alvarez's extensive collection across multiple weight divisions.

The fight marked a significant moment for boxing in Riyadh, which continues to establish itself as a major destination for elite combat sports events. Alvarez's performance reinforced his status as one of the sport's premier pound-for-pound talents.

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