Updated 4 May 2025
Saul “Canelo” Alvarez edged William Scull over 12 tactical rounds in Riyadh to reclaim undisputed status at Super-Middleweight (168 lbs). The Mexican star won by scores of 115-113, 116-112 and 119-109 to unify the IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO belts.
Official Scorecards of Canelo V Scull – Unanimous decision
- 115-113 Canelo
- 116-112 Canelo
- 119-109 Canelo
Canelo used his experience and boxing IQ to win : Fight-night recap
Canelo began patiently, cutting the ring and investing to the body while the taller Scull circled behind a busy jab, using his reach. By the mid-rounds the champion’s head movement and trademark hooks downstairs slowed Scull’s feet, allowing Canelo to bank the latter half of the fight and secure a unanimous decision.
Ringside reaction and Compubox stats
Crowd frustration grew with how much Scull was moving around the ring with lots of fans and Canelo himself saying it was a “boring fight”, yet CompuBox tallied 40 body connections for Alvarez against just six for Scull. Pundits praised Canelo’s efficiency but questioned whether the performance will silence critics ahead of bigger challenges.
What’s next for Canelo and Scull?
Turki Al-alshikh confirmed in-ring that Alvarez will meet Terence Crawford on 12 September at Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas. Scull, suffering his first professional defeat, remains a factor in a stacked super-middleweight division and could rebuild against fellow contenders Vladimir Shishkin or Edgar Berlanga.
Final word on the undisputed super-middleweight champion of the world
The victory makes Alvarez a two-time undisputed champion at 168 lbs, extending his record to 63-2-2. While the bout lacked fireworks, the result sets up a generational showdown with Crawford and keeps Canelo firmly atop the pound-for-pound conversation.
