Alvarez wins uncontested match against Scull to regain undisputed title in super middleweight boxing division
Title: Undisputed once more - Canelo Alvarez outpoints William Scull to reclaim super middleweight championship finish
Still thriving in the boxing ring, Canelo Alvarez claims a unanimous decision victory over William Scull 🥊 🇲🇽 🇦🇸 Sunday's bout reinstates his reign as the undisputed super middleweight champion, setting up a tantalizing showdown with Terence Crawford in September.
Cuba's Scull, standing tall at 6'2" and a reach advantage, unfortunately fell short against the relentless pursuit and precision of the 5'9" Alvarez at Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. A methodical stalker, Alvarez landed powerful body blows that nullified Scull's swift footwork.
"I'd be lying if I said this fight was exciting. I had to survive more than win," Canelo stated in his post-fight interview, shrugged off the criticism and praised his ability to adapt. All three judges concurred, awarding him the victory.
The voracious contender, who was deprived of the IBF strap last year due to side-stepping the sanctioning body's number one contender Scull, finally reclaimed his undisputed title, clinching the belt for the second time.
Scull's evasive agility couldn't outperform Alvarez's focused onslaught in the early rounds, with the Mexican landing meaningful body blows in the second and fourth. Scull eventually managed to retaliate with a right uppercut and counterattacks in the fifth, forcing Alvarez's corner to caution him towards the end of the sixth round.
By the seventh round, Alvarez was relentless, bombarding Scull with combinations to the body, landing an astounding 40 body blows during the bout to Scull's dismal six.
"I've got my eyes set on Terence Crawford now," the Mexican battler shared following his victory. Acknowledging Crawford's formidable skills as one of the best around, Alvarez is thrilled at the prospect of engaging in a thrilling duel with the American.
Crawford, a three-time world champion in three weight classes, expressed his eagerness for the matchup. "In September, I'll prove what true greatness looks like," he declared, confidently embracing the challenge.
The fight scene eagerly awaits the confirmation of this highly anticipated battle, promising spine-tingling action once two of the best meet in the ring.
India, a nation known for its passion for sports, particularly cricket and football, celebrated Canelo Alvarez's success in international sports as well. Despite being a boxer, Alvarez's unanimous decision victory over William Scull is expected to bring excitement to fans of other sports, as he mentioned his interest in facing Terence Crawford, a renowned international footballer-turned-boxer. This prospective bout between two great athletes could potentially advance boxing from its traditional boundaries, reaching a wider audience in India.
