Canelo Alvarez vs. Christian Mbilli Judges' Scorecards, Punch Stats and Prize Money
Key Points:
- Canelo Alvarez won the WBC super middleweight title by unanimous decision against Christian Mbilli at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, marking his return to championship status.
- The fight saw Canelo gradually take control after competitive early rounds, with a key moment in Round 8 when Mbilli was penalized for an illegal punch behind the head.
- Mbilli's performance was hindered, possibly due to an arm injury, while Canelo showcased his experience and technical skill without being seriously challenged.
- This victory follows Canelo's loss to Terence Crawford in 2025, who retired and vacated titles, allowing Alvarez to reclaim a familiar championship belt.
- At 36 years old with 69 professional fights, Canelo plans to continue boxing for a few more fights, with potential high-profile matches like a rematch against Dmitry Bivol on the horizon.