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Arab News
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Arab News
Promotional tour for Alvarez and Crawford's ‘Fight of the Century' gets underway in Riyadh
RIYADH: Boxing superstars Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford shared the stage in Riyadh on Friday at the start of a promotional tour ahead of their highly anticipated bout in Las Vegas on Sept. 13. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport The two champions, who will face off for the unified super-middleweight title and a specially crafted Ring Magazine belt valued at $188,000, appeared at a press conference in Boulevard City as part of Riyadh Season. 'My goal is always being in these kinds of fights: big fights,' Alvarez, the reigning undisputed champion with a record of 62 wins, 39 of them by knockout, told Arab News. 'And I'm here again. So I feel grateful and excited.' He added that the sport has developed and progressed in the Kingdom in recent years, adding: 'Turki Alalshikh (chairperson of the General Entertainment Authority) has helped a lot. Right now we have boxing gyms here and they're helping a lot of kids. So that's very nice.' Looking ahead to his showdown with Crawford, the Mexican fighter said: 'I think this fight is going to be one of my best fights in my history, in my record. I'm very excited and motivated. This is what it's all about. I want to make history.' Asked for his thoughts on his opponent, Alvarez said: 'Don't get me wrong, he's a great fighter — but like I said, he's not Canelo. He's one of the top fighters I'm going to face in my career, for sure.' Crawford, an American fighter who holds a record of 41 wins, with 31 knockouts, and is a four-division world champion, said: 'This is my moment and I'm not letting Canelo take it away from me. It's going to be an exciting day for boxing; history will be made.' Alalshikh said the fight marks the beginning of a long-term partnership with Netflix, which will stream the bout to more than 300 million subscribers worldwide. 'We will do big things together and this is the beginning of a great relationship between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the GEA and Netflix,' he added. Asked what he hopes to see from the fighters during their bout, Alalshikh said: 'I'm sure they will deliver for me smashing face and blood.' As for the decision to stage the fight in Las Vegas, he described the city as 'the capital of boxing.' The promotional tour will continue in New York City on June 22 and Las Vegas on June 27.
Gulf Insider
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Insider
Canelo Álvarez vs Terence Crawford Riyadh Season Showdown
Two of the biggest names in boxing, Saul Álvarez and Terence Crawford, will face off in Las Vegas on Sept. 13, Chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Alalshikh confirmed. The Riyadh Season showdown will be live streamed on Netflix to over 300 million subscribers across the world. 'On September 13, Canelo and Crawford, two legends of boxing, will finally compete against each other in the fight of the century. Alongside Dana White and Sela, we will deliver something truly incredible in Las Vegas for fans around the world to enjoy through Netflix,' Alalshikh said. The boxing champions will stage an international three-city press tour this month, starting in Riyadh on June 20, before heading to the US for stops in New York on June 22 and Las Vegas on June 27. Both boxers expressed their enthusiasm and readiness for the anticipated fight. 'I'm super happy to be making history again and this time on a Riyadh Season Card that will be broadcast on Netflix,' Álvarez said. 'On September 13, I'm ready to show once again that I am the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world.' Meanwhile, Crawford said: 'My perfect record speaks for itself. I am the best fighter in the world and no matter the opponent or weight class, I have always come out on top. On September 13, my hand will be raised once again as the world watches greatness.' Also read: Riyadh Warehouse Fined SR112,000 For Counterfeit And Mishandled Drugs
Express Tribune
11-06-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Canelo vs Crawford announced: 'Fight of the Century' to be promoted by Turki Alalshikh, Zuffa boxing
The highly anticipated super-fight between Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez and Terence Crawford is set for Saturday, September 13 2025, in Las Vegas. The two boxing titans will clash for the undisputed super-middleweight title, a fight that has been billed as the "fight of the century." Alvarez, the Mexican pound-for-pound champion, will face the undefeated American Crawford in what promises to be a historic showdown. The event will be streamed globally on Netflix, drawing worldwide attention. Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, confirmed the details of the fight. He has dubbed it the "fight of the century" and revealed that this would be the first boxing event promoted in collaboration with UFC president Dana White. "Turki wants to make the biggest fights that the fans want to see in boxing, and this is right up my alley," White said. "Are you kidding me? The first boxing fight I'm going to promote is Canelo versus Crawford? It's literally a once-in-a-lifetime fight." Alvarez, 34, holds all four major world titles in the super-middleweight division. His most recent victory over William Scull in May 2025 saw him reclaim the IBF title and reaffirm his undisputed champion status. After the fight, Crawford was confirmed as his next opponent, with both men facing off in the ring. "I'm ready to show once again that I am the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world," Alvarez said in a statement. With 63 wins from 67 professional bouts, including just two defeats and two draws, Alvarez is eager to add another triumph to his illustrious career. Crawford, 37, a four-division, two-weight undisputed champion, will move up from light-middleweight for the bout. With a perfect record of 41-0, Crawford has made it clear that he believes he is the best in the world. "My perfect record speaks for itself," Crawford said. "I am the best fighter in the world, and no matter the opponent or weight class, I have always come out on top." The fight will take place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, and the build-up will include a three-city media tour. The fighters will first visit Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on 20 June, followed by stops in New York (22 June) and Las Vegas (27 June). The Alvarez-Crawford showdown is expected to captivate boxing fans around the globe, marking a monumental moment in the sport.
Time of India
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Salman khan was trolled for belly last month. Now his lean look at 59 stuns fans. Here is how he did it
What is the secret behind his fitness at 59? What does Bhaijaan's diet look like? Salman Khan's upcoming work In an age when celebrity transformations often feel filtered and forced, Salman Khan has once again done what he does best—silenced critics not with words, but with sheer willpower. Just a month after being trolled for his belly in a viral concert video, the 59-year-old superstar has bounced back with a leaner, more chiselled look that has left fans doing a double-take. Shared by his Race 3 co-star Saajan Singh, the pictures show Salman sporting a fitted black tee and blue jeans, looking effortlessly cool and noticeably better shape, reminding everyone why he's still Bollywood's original fitness impressive makeover comes after social media roasted the actor in May, when a concert clip revealed his midsection during a dance routine. While trolls went to town, questioning his fitness and age, Salman stayed quiet, choosing instead to hit the gym harder than ever. Saajan shared the photo of Salman Khan with the caption, 'Thank you, Sir for opening your arms, home and heart to us. Blessed & grateful.'According to sources close to the actor, Salman's transformation is rooted in a no-nonsense, old-school routine. Under the guidance of his long-time trainer Rakesh R Uddiyar, Salman is currently focused on high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and volume sets with minimal rest. He prefers to train without air-conditioning, pushing his endurance while maximising calorie diet remains equally clean, built around simple, home-cooked meals prepared by his mother. With an emphasis on lean proteins, greens, and zero processed foods, his nutrition supports the rigorous demands of his workouts. Cycling, swimming, and outdoor training add to his holistic approach to staying the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha (Bakra Eid), Salman Khan delighted fans with a heartfelt festive greeting on Instagram. Sharing a suave picture of himself dressed in style and flaunting a clean-shaven look, the superstar paired it with a simple yet warm message: 'Eid Mubarak.' His charming smile and striking gaze instantly won over the internet, adding a personal touch to the on the professional front, Salman is keeping fans excited with his upcoming international action drama, The Seven Dogs. Reuniting with Sanjay Dutt and featuring Italian actress Monica Bellucci, the film promises high-octane thrills and global appeal. A teaser recently dropped showing Salman in a sharp pinstripe suit and Dutt in an intense face-off, sparking major buzz. The film, backed by Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority and crafted by an international crew, marks Salman's return to global cinema after Marigold in 2007.
Reuters
10-06-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Star promoters confirm Canelo Alvarez, Terence Crawford fight in September
June 10 - A long-rumored fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford will take place Sept. 13 in Las Vegas and be broadcast by Netflix, it was confirmed Tuesday. Financial terms were not released, nor was the venue. The promoters of the fight are of equal name value. Teaming up will be Riyadh Season, the Saudi Arabian promotion that signed Alvarez to a four-fight contract earlier this year, and UFC head Dana White, who formed TKO Boxing in March. A pairing of Turki Alalshikh of Riyadh Season and White also had long been rumored. Promoter Sela is part of the partnership, too. "Turki wants to make the biggest fights the fans want to see in boxing and this is right up my alley," White said in a statement. "Are you kidding me that the first boxing fight I'm going to get to promote is Canelo vs. Crawford? It's literally a once in a lifetime fight." Alalshikh is the chairman of the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia. "Turki wants to make the biggest fights that the fans want to see in boxing and this is right up my alley," White said. "Are you kidding me that the first boxing fight I'm going to get to promote is Canelo vs. Crawford? It's literally a once in a lifetime fight." The fight is for the undisputed super middleweight championship. Alvarez (63-2-2, 39 KOs) won his most recent fight last month, defeating William Scull in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Since 2013, he has lost just once but not at this weight class, dropping a light heavyweight fight against Dmitry Bivol in 2022. Alvarez, from Mexico, turns 35 next month. Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs), a 37-year-old Nebraskan, is the unified welterweight champion and WBA junior middleweight champion. The left-hander's most recent bout came on Aug. 3, 2024, when he defeated Israil Madrimov for the WBA junior middleweight title. --Field Level Media
