In a duel of undisputed champions, Mexican boxing star Saúl ‘Canelo’ Álvarez defeated American Jermell Charlo by unanimous decision in Las Vegas on Saturday night and retained his super middleweight titles (168 pounds - 76.2 kg).
Álvarez successfully defended his WBO (World Boxing Organization), WBA (World Association), WBC (World Council) and IBF (International Federation) belts for the third time against Charlo who fought two categories above his own to fight with the Mexican media star.
The 33-year-old Mexican controlled the fight from start to finish over Charlo, the undisputed super welterweight champion (154 - 69.8), and the judges awarded him the victory with scores of 119-108, 118-109 and 118-109.
Summary of the fight Canelo vs. Charlo
The fight between the Mexican and the American will take place at 168 pounds. In fact, Jermell Charlo has moved up in weight to face the great opportunity to challenge Canelo Alvarez. The Super Welterweight champion is used to fighting at 154 pounds.
In the ring at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (Nevada), ‘Canelo’ will display for the third time his WBO (World Boxing Organization), WBA (World Boxing Association), WBC (World Council) and IBF (International Boxing Federation) titles. ). ) against a Charlo who agreed to fight two categories above his own to fight with the Mexican media star.
Where to watch Canelo vs. Charlo fight?
| BOXING FIGHT | CANELO ALVAREZ VS. JERMELL CHARLO |
|---|---|
| DATE | September 30th, 2023 |
| START TIME | 11:15 p.m. ET | 10:15 p.m. CT | 9:15 p.m. MT | 8:15 p.m. PT |
| TV | TBA |
| LIVE STREAM | Showtime PPV & FITE TV (USA) | Showtime PPV (CANADA) | UK (DAZN) |
| VENUE | T-Mobile Arena |
| LOCATION | Las Vegas, Nevada (United States) |
| WEIGHT CLASS | Super middleweight |
| MAIN EVENT | CANELO VS. CHARLO |
| ODDS | Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez (c) -420 | Jermell Charlo +320 |
Canelo is important for boxing
Canelo’s fights continue to be one of the biggest attractions in the boxing world but, at 33 years old and with more than 60 fights under his belt, voices are growing that point to a recent decline in his level, especially following his resounding defeat. last year against the Russian Dmitrii Bivol, the first in almost a decade.
After this fight, in which Álvarez risked moving up to middle heavyweight (175 - 79.4), the Mexican settled the trilogy in his favor without brilliance against an aging Gennadiy Golovkin and was also unable to knock out the British John Ryder in Guadalajara.
Who is Jermell Charlo?
Charlo, his next rival, is precisely one of the boxers who has publicly criticized the recent performances of ‘Canelo’, who has a career record of 59 wins (39 by knockout), 2 draws and 2 losses.
In a video, the twin brother of fellow boxer Jermall Charlo mocked Álvarez for his fight against Ryder and assured that boxing like this it is impossible for him to beat him.
Weighing results Canelo Álvarez vs. Jermell Charlo
Mexican boxing star Saúl ‘Canelo’ Álvarez and American Jermell Charlo weighed 167.4 pounds (75.9 kg) this Friday for Saturday’s exciting fight in Las Vegas between undisputed champions of their divisions.
Álvarez, 33, will be the one to put his four super middleweight belts (168 pounds - 76.2 kg) into play, while Charlo, undisputed super welterweight champion (154 - 69.8), will move up two categories for this lucrative fight against the Mexican.
At the open-air weigh-in ceremony, both fighters appeared relaxed face to face on the stage in front of the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (Nevada), the scene of the fight, where a crowd of fans eager to record the show with their cell phones under the sound of mariachis.
“It’s time to fight,” Charlo stressed, ensuring that he doesn’t mind that Álvarez was the center of attention in the preparations for the fight.
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Who is the favorite of the Canelo vs Charlo fight?
Although Álvarez is emerging as a favorite, Charlo has the speed and punching power necessary to put him in trouble.
The Louisiana fighter, also 33 years old, arrives at the event with a record of 35 wins (19 by knockout), 1 loss and 1 draw and about 12 pounds (5.4 kg) heavier than any other fight like professional.
Both Charlo and Canelo himself assured that the size difference will not be a crucial factor in the fight.
“I did it before and I felt good. So it’s going to be a great fight and I’m ready for everything,” said the Mexican, who has a career record of 59 wins (39 by knockout), 2 draws and 2 losses.
The boxer from Guadalajara has acknowledged that he has many doubts to dispel about his current level, especially in the wake of his resounding defeat last year against the Russian Dmitrii Bivol, the first in almost a decade, and his last two lackluster victories over Gennady. Golovkin and John Ryder.
Álvarez, owner of the four super middleweight belts (168 pounds - 76.2 kg), and Charlo, who owns the super welterweight belts (154 - 69.8), faced each other for the last press conference before the fight in Saturday at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (Nevada).
What boxing titles are in the fight?
The 33-year-old boxer from Guadalajara (western Mexico) will seek a third successful defense of his WBO (World Boxing Organization), WBA (World Association), WBC (World Council) and IBF (International Federation) titles.
On his side, Charlo, also 33 years old, will try to become the undisputed champion of two different weights by winning a fight in two categories above his own.
“Canelo’ is a different fighter, he has done everything in this sport and he has nothing to prove,” Charlo conceded at the start of the conference at the MGM Grand hotel in the gaming capital. “But I’m a warrior. I don’t think he’s ever faced a boxer of my caliber.”
“Jermell is right, I have nothing to prove. But at this moment I do have something to prove to him,” Álvarez responded. “He never believed in my abilities and now I have the opportunity to show them to him and that motivates me.”
“I never underestimate any fighter. I know what he is going to bring and I am ready. I have faced all types of fighters but he has not experienced this type of level,” said the Mexican. “It’s hard to explain what he’s going to find, but he’s going to feel it.”
Charlo, who became undisputed champion with a victory against the Argentine Brian Castaño in May 2022, countered the challenges by exposing the doubts around Álvarez, who still resents his unexpected defeat against the Russian Dmitry Bivol in May 2022 .
“It doesn’t matter what he says, I have come to win this fight,” stressed Charlo, six centimeters taller than his rival. “There are a lot of people who don’t believe in you but we’ll see on Saturday. If his motivation is to test his boxing skills, so be it, I’m here to win.”
Canelo vs. Charlo odds
| RESULT | ODDS |
|---|---|
| Alvarez via decision or technical decision | -135 |
| Alvarez via KO, TKO or DQ | +260 |
| Charlo via decision or technical decision | +460 |
| Charlo via KO, TKO or DQ | +900 |
| Draw | +1800 |
How and Where to watch Canelo vs. Charlo
The official broadcast of the fight between Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo in the United States will be exclusive to Showtime’s PPV (Pay Per View) at a price of $84.99. The streaming service is available in the states of California, Nevada, Florida, New York, Washington, Texas, New Jersey, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Utah, Colorado, North Dakota, Oregon, New Mexico, Iowa, Minnesota, Oklahoma, Dakota of North, South Dakota, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kansas, Wisconsin, Virginia, Missouri, among others.
| COUNTRY | TV CHANNEL | STREAMING |
|---|---|---|
| USA | Showtime PPV | PPV.com |
| CANADA | TBA | TBA |
| UK and Ireland | DAZN 1 HD | DAZN |
| AUSTRALIA | TBA | Main Event on Kayo |
You can watch Showtime on streaming on Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Apple TV, Roku, Xbox ONE, tablets, PC and any mobile device (iOS and Android).
How to watch Canelo Alvarez vs. Charlo in the UK
The broadcast of the Canelo Alvarez vs Jermell Charlo fight in the United Kingdom and Ireland will be carried out by DAZN.
How to watch Alvarez vs. Charlo in the US
If you are in the US, you will have access to the Canelo vs Charlo fight, with coverage broadcast live on SHOWTIME PPV. The price of this pay-per-view is $84.99, which also includes the full undercard for this Saturday, September 30 boxing event.
What time is the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo tonight?
Starting at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. PT) the card Canelo vs. Charlo which will take place on Saturday, September 30 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The main event is expected to begin around 11:15 p.m. ET (8:15 p.m. PT).
- United States (Main card): 8 p.m. ET, 7 p.m. CT, 6 p.m. MT, 5 p.m. PT
- United States (Main event): 11:15 p.m. ET, 10:15 p.m. CT, 9:15 p.m. MT, 8:15 p.m. PT
- Canada (Main card): 8 p.m. ET, 7 p.m. CT, 6 p.m. MT, 5 p.m. PT
- Canada (Main event): 11:15 p.m. ET, 10:15 p.m. CT, 9:15 p.m. MT, 8:15 p.m. PT
- United Kingdom (UK): Main card: 1 a.m. BST | Main event: 4:15 a. m. PT
- Australia: Main card: 10 a.m. AEST | Main event: 1:15 p. m. AEST
Canelo vs. Charlo fight card
- Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo; For Álvarez’s WBC, WBO, WBA and IBF super middleweight titles
- Jesús Ramos Jr. vs. Erickson Lubin; light medium weight
- Yordenis Ugas vs. Mario Barrios; For the vacant WBC interim welterweight title
- Elías García vs. Armando Reséndiz; Middleweight
- Frank Sánchez vs. Scott Alexander; Heavyweight
- Gabriel Valenzuela vs. Yeis Gabriel Solano; super light
- Terrell Gausha vs. KeAndre Leatherwood; Middleweight
- Oleksandr Gvozdyk vs. Isaac Rodrigues light heavyweight
- Curmel Moton vs. Ezequiel Flores; super featherweight
- Justin Viloria vs. Angel Barrera; super featherweight
- Bek Nurmaganbet vs. Abimbola Osundairo; super middleweight
- Abilkhan Amankul vs. Joeshon James; Middleweight
Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo (face to face)
| NAME | Canelo Alvarez | Jermell Charlo |
|---|---|---|
| RECORD | 59-2-2 | 35-1-1 |
| KOS (ko %) | 39 (66.1%) | 19 (54.29%) |
| WEIGHT | 168 lbs (76.36 kg) | 154 lbs (70 kg) |
| HEIGHT | 5′8″ (1.73 m) | 6′0″ (1.83 m) |
| REACH | 701/2″ (179 cm) | 73″ (185 cm) |
| STANCE | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| AGE | 33 | 33 |
Profile of Canelo Alvarez
- Name: Santos Saul Alvarez Barragán
- Nickname: Canelo
- Date of birth: July 18, 1990
- Place of birth: Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
- Nationality: Mexican
- Height: 5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
- Weight: 168 lbs (76 kg)
- Stance: Orthodox
- Reach: 70.5 inches (179 cm)
- Professional record: 59-2-2 (39 KOs)
Jermell Charlo: profile and statistics
- Name: Jermell DeAvante Charlo
- Nickname: Iron Man
- Date of birth: May 19, 1990
- Place of birth: Lafayette, Louisiana, United States
- Nationality: American
- Height: 6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
- Weight: 154 lbs (70 kg)
- Stance: Orthodox
- Reach: 73 inches (185 cm)
- Professional record: 37-1-1 (25 KOs)
Canelo and Charlo’s current affairs
Canelo (born in Guadalajara in 1990) won the undisputed super middleweight title in November 2021, by adding the belt he was missing from the International Boxing Federation (IBF) against Caleb Plant. Canelo’s professional record is 59-2-2 (wins-losses-draws), with 39 knockouts. Charlo’s is 32-0-0, with 22 knockouts.
Jermell Charlo was born in Houston on May 19, 1990. He turned professional in 2007, when he was just 17 years old. Since then, he has totaled 35 victories, 19 of them by knockout, and has drawn and lost on one occasion. In May 2022, he unified the light middleweight titles with a win over Argentina’s Brian Castaño and now faces the biggest challenge of his career.
Referee and ringside judges for the Canelo Alvarez vs Jermell Charlo fight
The Nevada State Athletic Commission has assigned New Jersey’s Harvey Dock as referee for the 12-round title Canelo Alvarez vs Jermell Charlo fight. The ringside judges for this bout will be California’s Max DeLuca, Oklahoma’s David Sutherland and New Jersey’s Steve Weisfeld.
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Alvarez vs. Charlo viewing info
- Date: Sept. 30 | Start time: 8 p.m. ET
- Location: T-Mobile Arena (Las Vegas)
- How to watch: Showtime PPV ($84.99)
Canelo vs Charlo, ready for Las Vegas
Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo arrived in Las Vegas in style on Tuesday. The two kicked off a series of events during their upcoming fight week ahead of their historic date, which will headline SHOWTIME PPV this Saturday, September 30 from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Avarez and Charlo will meet in what will be the first time two reigning undisputed champions will square off, as Canelo will put his 168-pound division titles on the line. Both boxers expressed their enthusiasm for what will be their showdown in front of a packed crowd at the MGM Grand.
“I feel the affection of my people, and I am proud to be able to represent my country,” exclaimed Canelo. “I am 100%, and I feel ready to show them a different Canelo this Saturday. Charlo is a great fighter who knows how to box. He is strong and has nothing to lose. He comes to my division ready to win it all, but I have been in this position for a long time now and I will be ready.”
What time is the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight in Florida?
The Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight starts at 11:15 pm ET in the state of Florida. You will be able to follow the fight live via Showtime PPV and FITE TV in the cities of Fort Lauderdale, Tallahassee, Cape Coral, Port Saint Lucie, Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Orlando, Tallahassee and Pompano Beach.
What time is the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight in New York?
The Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight starts at 11:15 pm ET in New York State. You will be able to follow the fight live via ESPN+ in the cities of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx and Staten Island.
What time is the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight in Texas?
The Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight starts at 10:15 pm CT in the state of Texas. You can follow the fight live via Showtime PPV and FITE TV in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Austin, Fort Worth, El Paso, Arlington, Corpus Christi, Plano and Lubbock.
What time is the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight in Nevada?
The Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight starts at 8:15 pm PT in the state of Nevada. You will be able to follow the fight live via Showtime PPV and FITE TV in the cities of Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, North Las Vegas, Enterprise, Spring Valley, Sunrise Manor, Paradise, Sparks, Carson City, Whitney and Pahrump.
What time is the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight in California?
The Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight starts at 8:15 pm PT in the state of California. You will be able to follow the fight live via Showtime PPV and FITE TV in the cities of Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, San José Fresno, Long Beach, Sacramento, Oakland, Santa Ana and Anaheim.
What time is the Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight in Washington?
The Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo fight starts at 8:15 pm PT in Washington state. You will be able to follow the fight live via Showtime PPV and FITE TV in the cities of Seattle, Bellevue, Spokane, Tacoma, Redmond, Aberdeen and Olympia.
How many championships does Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez have?
The Mexican boxer has received several titles and awards in his career, including 12 belts from different boxing associations. Alvarez is currently the IBF, WBA, WBC, WBO and The Ring super-middleweight champion.
| Belt | Date | Defeat to |
|---|---|---|
| WBC junior middleweight | March 5, 2011 | Matthew Hatton |
| WBA super welterweight | April 10, 2013 | Austin Trout |
| Ring super welterweight | April 10, 2013 | Austin Trout |
| Ring middleweight | November 21, 2015 | Miguel Cotto |
| WBC middleweight title | November 21, 2015 | Miguel Cotto |
| WBO light-middleweight | September 17, 2016 | Liam Smith |
| WBA middleweight | September 15, 2018 | Gennady Golovkin |
| WBC middleweight | September 15, 2018 | Gennady Golovkin |
| Ring middleweight | September 15, 2018 | Gennady Golovkin |
| WBA super middleweight | December 15, 2018 | Rocky Fielding |
| IBF middleweight | May 4, 2019 | Daniel Jacobs |
| WBO light heavyweight | November 2, 2019 | Sergey Kovalev |
| Ring Title Super Middleweight | December 19, 2020 | Callum Smith |
| WBC super-middleweight | December 19, 2020 | Callum Smith |
| WBO super middleweight | May 8, 2021 | Billy Joe Saunders |
| IBF super middleweight | November 6, 2021 | Caleb Plant |
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Canelo vs. Charlo (Final result)