Canelo vs Scull results, full fight card

Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull live results from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Canelo Alvarez faces William Scull live from ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday, May 3 (ET). The pair battle it out in the main event, with the undisputed super middleweight title on the line. The contest is scheduled for 12 rounds.

Mexico’s Canelo (62-2-2, 39 KOs) brings his unified WBA, WBC, and WBO belts to the ring and looks to regain the IBF strap currently held by Scull (23-0, 9 KOs). The 34-year-old four-weight champion looks to go through his opponent from Cuba in the leadup to his clash with Terence Crawford expected later this year. Unbeaten 32-year-old Scull aims to pull off an upset and become the new undisputed champion at 168 lbs.

In the co-feature, Badou Jack (28-3-3, 17 KOs) of Sweden defends his WBC cruiserweight title against former champion Noel Mikaelian (27-2, 12 KOs) of Armenia. Three-division champion Jack was reinstated as champion last December, after Mikaelian was declared “champion in recess” due to inactivity. The bout is scheduled for 12 rounds.

Among the Canelo vs Scull undercard bouts, Mexico’s Jaime Munguia (44-2, 35 KOs) looks to take revenge on Bruno Surace (26-0-2, 5 KOs) of France. The latter claimed the win by knockout in the sixth round last December. The bout is scheduled for 12 rounds at super middleweight.

Kicking off the action, Martin Bakole (21-2, 16 KOs) of Congo goes up against Nigerian-born Efe Ajagba (20-1, 14 KOs) of Stafford, TX. Bakole looks to bounce back from his defeat via second-round TKO against Joseph Parker in February. Ajagba returns after taking a split decision over Guido Vianello last April. The bout is scheduled for 10 rounds at heavyweight.

Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull results

Get Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull full fight card results below.

Main card

  • Canelo Alvarez def. William Scull by unanimous decision (115-113, 116-112, 119-109) | Watch video
  • Badou Jack def. Noel Mikaelian by majority decision (114-114, 115-113, 115-113)
  • Jaime Munguia def. Bruno Surace by unanimous decision (116-112, 117-111, 117-111)
  • Martin Bakole vs. Efe Ajagba – majority draw (94-96, 95-95, 95-95)

Prelims

  • Brayan Leon def. Aaron Rocha Guerrero by points decision (60-54)
  • Richard Riakporhe def. Kevin Nicolas Espindola by RTD (R4, 3:00)
  • Marco Verde def. Michel Galvan Polina by TKO (R1, 1:34)
  • Mohammed Alakel def. Alexander Morales by points (60-54)

Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull live blog

Canelo vs Scull fight photos now live

The photos from the event have been published, featuring the Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull main event bout, as well as highlights from the undercard and prelims.

Canelo Alvarez during his boxing bout against William Scull
Canelo Alvarez during his bout against William Scull at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Canelo vs Scull fight video highlights

The full fight video highlights, featuring Canelo Alvarez and William Scull in their 12-round clash for the undisputed super middleweight title, is now streaming.

Canelo vs Crawford first face-off video

The video of the first face-off between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford is now streaming.

Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford official

The highly anticipated fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford is confirmed for September 12 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford come face-to-face
Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford come face-to-face at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Canelo Alvarez defeats William Scull by decision to regain undisputed 168-pound title

Canelo Alvarez (63-2-2, 39 KOs) defeats William Scull (23-1, 9 KOs) by unanimous decision to become a two-time undisputed super middleweight champion. The scores were 115-113, 116-112, and 119-109. Canelo retains his unified WBA, WBC, and WBO belts, and regains the IBF strap. Scull suffers his first career defeat and loses his IBF title.

Canelo vs Scull: Not many punches thrown so far

There is chatter that not many punches are being thrown in the Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull matchup. The 12-round bout between Devin Haney and Jose Ramirez on Friday painted a similar picture. Six rounds remain. Canelo is likely ahead on the scorecards.

Canelo Alvarez during his bout against William Scull
Canelo Alvarez during his bout against William Scull at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Photo: Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull unfolding

The Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull fight is through three rounds, with nine more to go – unless it ends inside the distance.

Canelo Alvarez and William Scull during their boxing bout
Canelo Alvarez and William Scull during their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Main event time: Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull for undisputed 168-pound title

The main event features Mexico’s four-weight champion Canelo Alvarez (62-2-2, 39 KOs) up against Cuba’s world champion William Scull (23-0, 9 KOs). The pair battle it out for the undisputed title at super middleweight. Canelo puts his unified WBA, WBC, and WBO belts on the line, while Scull brings his IBF strap to the ring.

Canelo Alvarez and William Scull at the weigh-in
Canelo Alvarez and William Scull at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Badou Jack defeats Noel Mikaelian by decision to retain title

Badou Jack (29-3-3, 17 KOs) of Sweden retains his WBC cruiserweight title by majority decision against former champion Noel Mikaelian (27-3, 12 KOs) of Armenia. The judges scored the 12-round fight 114-114, 115-113, and 115-113.

Badou Jack after his victory over Noel Mikaelian
Badou Jack after his victory over Noel Mikaelian at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Photo: Anthony Joshua & Michael Buffer

The photo features Anthony Joshua and Michael Buffer during the Canelo vs Scull event. Buffer also served as the ring announcer at last night’s Garcia vs Romero showdown in NYC.

Anthony Joshua and Michael Buffer during the Canelo vs Scull event
Anthony Joshua and Michael Buffer during the Canelo vs Scull event at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Photo: Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelian unfolding

The fight between Badou Jack and Noel Mikaelian is unfolding, and so far, the latter appears to be more active.

Noel Mikaelian throws a punch during his bout against Badou Jack
Noel Mikaelian throws a punch during his bout against Badou Jack at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Co-main event: Badou Jack vs Noel Mikaelian for WBC 200-pound title

The co-main event features three-division champion Badou Jack (28-3-3, 17 KOs) of Sweden defending his WBC cruiserweight title against former champion Noel Mikaelian (27-2, 12 KOs) of Armenia. Jack was reinstated as champion in late 2024 after Mikaelian was declared “champion in recess” due to inactivity. The contest is scheduled for 12 rounds.

Badou Jack and Noel Mikaelian come face-to-face at the weigh-in
Badou Jack and Noel Mikaelian come face-to-face at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Jaime Munguia defeats Bruno Surace by decision in rematch

Jaime Munguia takes revenge on Bruno Surace by unanimous decision. After 12 rounds at super middleweight, the scores were 116-112, 117-111, and 117-111. Mexico’s Munguia improves to 45-2, 35 KOs and avenges the six-round knockout he suffered in their first fight last December. Surace of France drops to 26-1-2, 5 KOs and suffers the first defeat of his career.

Jaime Munguia victorious over Bruno Surace in their boxing bout
Jaime Munguia victorious over Bruno Surace in their boxing bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Terence Crawford from NYC to Riyadh in less than 24 hrs

Boxing champion Terence Crawford, who was at Times Square in New York City less than 24 hours ago for Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero, is now in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for the Canelo vs Scull clash.

Terence Crawford during the Canelo vs Scull event
Terence Crawford during the Canelo vs Scull event at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Photo: Low blow in Jaime Munguia vs Bruno Surace rematch

The photo shows a punch landing below the belt line during the rematch between Jaime Munguia and Bruno Surace.

Jaime Munguia punches Bruno Surace during their bout
Jaime Munguia punches Bruno Surace during their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Up next: Bruno Surace vs Jaime Munguia 2

Next up, Bruno Surace faces Jaime Munguia in a rematch. Surace (26-0-2, 5 KOs) of France dominated and stopped Mexico’s Munguia (44-2, 35 KOs) in the sixth round of their first fight last December. Their second showdown is scheduled for 12 rounds at super middleweight.

Jaime Munguia and Bruno Surace shake hands
Jaime Munguia and Bruno Surace shake hands at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Martin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba ends in majority draw

Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba fight to a majority draw. After 10 rounds at heavyweight, one judge scored the fight 96-94 in favor of Ajagba, while two other judges scored it 95-95. Congo’s Bakole is now 21-2-1, 16 KOs, while Ajagba of Nigeria is 20-1-1, 14 KOs.

Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba during their boxing bout
Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba during their boxing bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Up next: Martin Bakole vs. Efe Ajagba

The main card opener pits Martin Bakole (21-2, 16 KOs) of Congo against Nigerian-born Efe Ajagba (20-1, 14 KOs) of Stafford, TX. The contest is scheduled for 10 rounds at heavyweight.

Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba at the weigh-in
Martin Bakole and Efe Ajagba at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Brayan Leon defeats Aaron Rocha Guerrero by decision

Rounding out the prelims, Brayan Leon scores a 60-54 points decision over Aaron Rocha Guerrero in a six-rounder at light heavyweight. In the fourth round Leon sent Guerrero down. With the victory, Leon of Cuba is now 7-0, 6 KOs. Guerrero of Mexico drops to 11-4-1, 7 KOs.

Brayan Leon punches Aaron Rocha Guerrero during their bout
Brayan Leon punches Aaron Rocha Guerrero during their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Up next: Brayan Leon vs Aaron Rocha Guerrero

A light heavyweight bout between Brayan Leon (6-0, 6 KOs) of Cuba and Aaron Rocha Guerrero (11-3-1, 7 KOs) of Mexico rounds out the Canelo vs Scull prelims. The contest is scheduled for six rounds.

Brayan Leon and Aaron Rocha Guerrero come face-to-face at the weigh-in
Brayan Leon and Aaron Rocha Guerrero come face-to-face at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Richard Riakporhe stops Kevin Nicolas Espindola in four rounds

Richard Riakporhe defeats Kevin Nicolas Espindola via fourth-round RTD, after the Argentine’s corner opted to stop the fight before the start of the next round. With the win, London’s Riakporhe improves to 18-1 with 14 KOs, rebounding from a unanimous decision loss to Chris Billam-Smith last June. Espindola drops to 9-10, 4 KOs, snapping his two-fight winning streak.

Richard Riakporhe after his victory over Kevin Nicolas Espindola
Richard Riakporhe after his victory over Kevin Nicolas Espindola at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Up next: Richard Riakporhe vs Kevin Nicolas Espindola

The action continues with Richard Riakporhe (17-1, 13 KOs) of London facing off Kevin Nicolas Espindola (9-9, 4 KOs) of Argentina. The bout is scheduled for eight rounds at heavyweight.

Richard Riakporhe and Kevin Nicolas Espindola come face-to-face at the weigh-in
Richard Riakporhe and Kevin Nicolas Espindola come face-to-face at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Marco Verde stops Michel Galvan Polina in first round

Marco Verde (1-0, 1 KO) successfully debuted as a pro, dominating his fellow Mexican Michel Galvan Polina (4-6-3, 2 KOs) in one round. On his way to victory, Verde dropped his opponent twice.

Marco Verde and Michel Galvan Polina during their bout
Marco Verde and Michel Galvan Polina during their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Up next: Marco Verde vs Michel Galvan Polina

Up next, Marco Verde makes his professional boxing debut against fellow Mexican Michel Galvan Polina (4-5-3, 2 KOs). The bout is scheduled for six rounds in the middleweight division.

Marco Verde and Michel Galvan Polina come face-to-face at the weigh-in
Marco Verde and Michel Galvan Polina come face-to-face at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Mohammed Alakel defeats Alexander Morales by points

The first fight goes the distance, as Mohammed Alakel earns a 60-54 points decision over Alexander Morales. Alakel improves to 4-0, while Morales drops to 6-14-5, 2 KOs, suffering his sixth straight defeat.

Mohammed Alakel after his victory over Alexander Morales
Mohammed Alakel after his victory over Alexander Morales at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Photo: Canelo vs Scull – The Venue

The Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull event takes place at ANB Arena, formerly The Venue, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull event at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull event at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 3, 2025 Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

First up: Mohammed Alakel vs Alexander Morales

The fights start at the top of the hour. The event opener is a six-round lightweight bout between Mohammed Alakel and Alexander Morales. Unbeaten local Alakel (3-0) is coming off a points win over Engel Gomez in February, while Mexico’s Morales (6-13-5, 2 KOs) has lost five fights in a row.

Mohammed Alakel and Alexander Morales come face-to-face at the weigh-in
Mohammed Alakel and Alexander Morales come face-to-face at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Canelo vs Scull prelims

Atop the Canelo vs Scull prelims, Richard Riakporhe and Kevin Nicolas Espindola clash at heavyweight. Among other bouts, Brayan Leon faces Aaron Rocha Guerrero at light heavyweight, Marco Verde takes on Michel Galvan Polina at middleweight, and Mohammed Alakel meets Alexander Morales at super featherweight.

Richard Riakporhe and Kevin Nicolas Espindola shake hands at the weigh-in ahead of their boxing bout
Richard Riakporhe and Kevin Nicolas Espindola shake hands at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bout at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Canelo vs Scull start time

Canelo vs Scull airs live on DAZN. The start time is 5:45 PM ET / 2:45 PM PT

Marco Verde, Canelo Alvarez, and Jaime Munguia at the weigh-in
Marco Verde, Canelo Alvarez, and Jaime Munguia at the weigh-in on May 2, 2025, ahead of their bouts at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Leigh Dawney/Queensberry
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