Canelo Alvarez is set to defend his four super-middleweight world titles in a highly anticipated showdown with Terence Crawford as he enters the division.
Both fighters are renowned for their skill and have long been considered among the top pound-for-pound boxers globally. Crawford’s move up two weight classes aims to secure a historic achievement as the first three-weight undisputed champion in boxing history.
Despite being the underdog against the Mexican powerhouse Alvarez on Mexico’s independence day weekend, Crawford has expressed confidence in his ability to defy the odds in Las Vegas. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fight, including the start time for viewers in the UK.
The main card for the Canelo vs. Crawford fight will commence at 2 am UK time on Sunday, featuring four exciting bouts. Preliminary matches are scheduled to begin at 10:30 pm UK time on Saturday and will be available for streaming on platforms like Tudum.com, TKO YouTube, and WWE YouTube. The anticipated main event between Alvarez and Crawford is expected to start at 4 am UK time on Sunday.
Viewers can catch the Canelo vs. Crawford fight exclusively on Netflix tonight as part of their subscription, without any additional pay-per-view charges. The broadcast will start around 2 am UK time on Sunday, with the hosting team comprising Mario Lopez, former light-heavyweight champion Antonio Tarver, Mark Kriegel, and Mike Coppinger. For those without a Netflix subscription, signing up for a Sky TV package will grant access to the event.
Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez will defend his super middleweight title against Terence Crawford over the weekend. The live broadcast from Las Vegas on September 14 will be exclusively available on Netflix, included free with Sky’s £15 Essential TV package.
Notable matchups on the fight card include Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford, Christian Mbilli vs. Lester Martinez, Serhii Bohachuk vs. Brandon Adams, Callum Walsh vs. Fernando Vargas, Ivan Dychko vs. Jermaine Franklin, Steven Nelson vs. Raiko Santana, Mohammed Alakel vs. Travis Kent Crawford, Reito Tsutsumi vs. Javier Martinez, Marco Verde Alvarez vs. Sona Akale, and Sultan Almohamed vs. Martin Caraballo.
In a statement, Canelo Alvarez expressed his excitement and readiness for the significant fight, emphasizing its importance in his career and the determination to secure a victory. Terence Crawford highlighted his determination to prove his critics wrong and elevate the sport of boxing by showcasing the best matchups and talent, aiming to leave a lasting mark on the sport’s history.
The fight night promises high stakes and intense competition, setting the stage for a memorable clash between two elite fighters in the boxing world.