Canelo Alvarez Confirms Riyadh Title Fight Despite Recent Attacks
Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez will face Christian M'billi in Riyadh on October 31, despite recent airport attacks in the Saudi capital.
POLICY WIRE — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Boxing champion Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez has confirmed he will proceed with his world title bout against Christian M’billi in Riyadh this month, despite a recent deadly attack at the city’s international airport.
Promoter Turki Al-Sheikh announced the decision following an incident that left at least 12 people dead and over 300 injured. The Houthi movement, aligned with Iran, claimed responsibility for the strike, marking one of the most severe attacks in the region.
Alvarez is set to compete for the WBC super middleweight title on October 31, with organizers emphasizing their commitment to ensuring the event’s security. Al-Sheikh stated that the boxer has reaffirmed his intention to go ahead with the fight, despite the ongoing concerns over regional stability.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
