Cristiano Ronaldo Skips Canelo Alvarez's Match Due to Personal Reasons
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Get ready to witness boxing history in the making! On May 3rd, hometown hero Saul "Canelo" Alvarez steps into the ring against William Scull in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight holds a significant milestone: if successful, Canelo will once again unify all super middleweight world championship belts.
However, there's a twist in the tale. Initially, the event was set to feature none other than football sensation Cristiano Ronaldo. In a chat with TUDN, Canelo confirmed this but warned fans that Cristiano's attendance might not be guaranteed.
The cause for concern? A football issue. Ronaldo's team, Al-Nassr, is due to play the AFC Champions League semifinals on April 30th. If Al-Nassr advances, they'll battle it out in the finals on May 3rd – the same day as Canelo's fight (which would be May 4th in Saudi Arabia). The distance between the two venues (around 900 km apart) might add another complication.
Despite this uncertainty, Canelo is keeping a laser-sharp focus on his match. With a chance to make waves in Mexican boxing and defend more world titles, he's not about to take his eyes off the prize.
Last time we saw Canelo in action was back on September 14, 2024, when he defeated Edgar Berlanga at Las Vegas' T-Mobile Arena by unanimous decision.
Speaking of sports stars sharing camaraderie, Canelo and Cristiano have a years-long friendship. Canelo has frequently spoken about their close bond, and he even has the Portuguese star's phone number. According to Canelo, Cristiano is one of his most valued contacts on Instagram.
As the final preparations unfold, keep an eye out for the highly anticipated face-off between Canelo Alvarez and William Scull – fraught with anticipation and intrigue.
Extra Bits:
- Did You Know?⠀ ⠀ In April 2025, Lionel Messi made history in MLS by becoming the fastest player to reach 50 league goals[5].
- Training Tips If you're a boxing enthusiast, be sure to stay hydrated during training sessions to maintain optimal performance[2].
- Meet the Trainers Keep an eye out for Canelo's long-time trainer Eddy Reynoso's techniques and strategies during the fight[3].
Related Topics:
- Cristiano Ronaldo
- Canelo Alvarez
- Boxing
- Mexico
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- In 2025, Saul "Canelo" Alvarez is planning a highly anticipated return to the boxing ring, aiming to unify all super middleweight world championship belts.
- remarkable as it may be, Cristiano Ronaldo was initially slated to attend Canelo's 2025 match, but his participation might be compromised due to a possible clash with Al-Nassr's AFC Champions League commitments.
- With Cristiano Ronaldo's uncertain availability, Canelo Alvarez remains solely focused on the severity of his upcoming match in the European leagues, particularly the Premier League.
- While training for the 2025 match, Canelo Alvarez shares a years-long camaraderie with Cristiano Ronaldo, a friendship that extends beyond boxing and football.
- As football fans await the resolution of Ronaldo's football issue, the pure sports world eagerly anticipates the May 2025 face-off between Canelo Alvarez and William Scull in European leagues.
