Riyadh:In a thrilling display of boxing prowess, Mexican superstar Saúl 'Canelo' Álvarez was crowned the World Boxing Council (WBC) Super Middleweight Champion after defeating France's Christian Mbilli by unanimous decision. The highly anticipated bout took place at The Venue in Riyadh as part of the 'Mexico vs. The World' event organized during Riyadh Season.

According to Saudi Press Agency, Canelo won after a 12-round contest, with judges scoring the match 115-112, 116-111, and 117-110 in his favor. This victory added another world title to Canelo's illustrious career as he celebrated the 21st anniversary of his professional boxing debut.

The event featured nine bouts, showcasing boxers from around the world and drawing a significant audience. The main event was highlighted by the contrasting styles of Canelo and Mbilli, with Canelo's defensive skills and counterpunching proving decisive against Mbilli's aggressive offense. The evening concluded with Mexico securing four wins compared to five for international competitors.