Alvarez vs M’billi boxing bout to go ahead in Saudi Arabia despite attacks
Mexican boxer tells Turki Al-Sheikh he 'fears nothing' and will face M'billi in Riyadh on October 31 'no matter what'.
Saul "Canelo" Alvarez, the boxing legend, is set to continue with his bout against Christian Mbilli in Riyadh, despite ongoing security concerns, according to event organizer Turki Alalshikh. The WBC super middleweight title fight is scheduled for October 31 at Kingdom Arena in the Saudi capital. However, the event has faced uncertainty following several deadly strikes on the city, including an attack on King Khalid International Airport that killed one person and injured 11.
Another Houthi-claimed strike killed 13 people and injured over 300 the day before. Despite these incidents, Alalshikh confirmed on social media that Alvarez had expressed his willingness to fight in Riyadh, stating, "He fears nothing." The organizer emphasized that Saudi Arabia is a land of peace, safety, rich civilization, deep history, and kind-hearted people.
The Saudi Pro League postponed a match between Abha and Al Faisaly, and the fate of a Monday Asian Champions League match between Al Nassr and Neftchi Fergana remains unclear. The October 31 boxing card, dubbed "Mexico vs the Rest of the World," is headlined by Alvarez's attempt to reclaim a version of the 168lb world title. The 36-year-old, with a record of 63-3-2, has not fought since his loss to Terence Crawford in September.
Alvarez remains eager to proceed with the Riyadh bout, and DAZN is advancing plans to cover the event on the ground in Saudi Arabia.
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