Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez vs. William Scull at the ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Super Middleweight Unification (WBC, WBO, WBA, IBF)

Canelo Álvarez Entered the ring with a record of 62 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws, including 39 knockouts. He held the WBA, WBC, and WBO super middleweight titles. Canelo aimed to reclaim the IBF title, which he vacated in 2024 after being stripped due to delays in arranging the mandatory bout with Scull . William Scull An undefeated Cuban boxer with a 23-0 record and 9 knockouts. He secured the vacant IBF title by defeating Vladimir Shishkin after Canelo relinquished it .

Saul “Canelo” Alvarez vs. William Scull Round-by-Round Analysis

Round 1: Scull utilized his jab effectively, keeping Álvarez at bay and controlling the distance. Álvarez was cautious, throwing few punches.

Round 2: Álvarez began targeting Scull’s body, landing a few solid shots. Scull continued to move and jab, but Álvarez’s body work edged the round.

Round 3: Scull’s movement and jabs kept Álvarez from finding his rhythm. Álvarez struggled to land significant punches.

Round 4: Álvarez increased pressure, landing body shots when Scull was against the ropes. Scull’s activity decreased, giving Álvarez the edge.

Round 5: Scull landed a short uppercut early, but Álvarez’s consistent body attacks and ring control secured him the round.

Round 6: Álvarez’s body shots continued to be effective, while Scull’s counters were less impactful.

Round 7: Álvarez maintained pressure, landing meaningful body shots. Scull’s movement persisted, but his offense was limited.

Round 8: Álvarez landed a hard counter as Scull tried to slide around the ring. Neither fighter was particularly active, but Álvarez’s shots were more telling.

Round 9: Álvarez continued to press, landing body shots and combinations. Scull’s movement couldn’t prevent Álvarez from scoring.

Round 10: Álvarez cut off the ring effectively, landing better punches, mostly to the body. Scull’s jabs were less effective.
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Round 11: Scull avoided punches along the ropes but offered little offense. Álvarez’s pressure and body work continued.

Round 12: Both fighters maintained their strategies, with Álvarez pressing and Scull moving. Álvarez landed a few shots along the ropes, sealing the round.

📊 Final Thoughts

While Álvarez secured a clear victory, the fight lacked excitement, with both fighters sticking to cautious game plans. Álvarez’s consistent body work and ring control were the deciding factors in his unanimous decision win