Mexico's Canelo Alvarez defeated France's Christian Mbilli to capture the WBC super middleweight world championship in a bout held in Riyadh early on November 1, 2026. The fight showcased Alvarez's superior technique and ring generalship as he outclassed his French opponent throughout the championship contest.
The WBC title fight took place in the Saudi capital, adding another significant boxing event to Riyadh's growing reputation as a major destination for world championship boxing. Alvarez, a multiple-division world champion, extended his legacy with this latest title victory at 168 pounds.
