Boxing fans worldwide are gearing up for a historic showdown as Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez and Terence "Bud" Crawford face off on Saturday September 13, in Las Vegas.
Already pitched as boxing’s biggest fight, this highly anticipated bout will see the two boxing legends battle it out for the title of Undisputed Super Middleweight Champion, and the coveted and brand-new Ring Magazine Belt. The explosive and exciting boxing match is set to be streamed live and available to view exclusively on Netflix.
Hitting the screens worldwide on Saturday September 13, this groundbreaking partnership between Riyadh Season and Sela, and Netflix will mark a pivotal moment in sports streaming. This unique and clever collaboration with Netflix will allow over 300 million international subscribers to witness the action live, without any additional pay-per-view costs. This move follows Netflix’s successful streaming of Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, further cementing its role in live sports broadcasting.
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Canelo is currently the reigning Super Middleweight Champion, and will enter the ring with an impressive 62-2-2 record, while Crawford remains undefeated as a 41-0 fighter. For this fight, Crawford will move up in weight to take on one of boxing’s most respected and accomplished champions, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown. Both fighters have dominated their respective divisions, making this matchup a true test of skill, power, and legacy.
In February 2025, it was confirmed that Canelo had signed and committed to an exclusive four-fight deal with Riyadh Season. About the announcement, His Excellency, and leader of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), Turki Alalshik confirmed the monumental agreement, stating, "Don’t mess with the lion... four fights for Canelo with Riyadh Season… The deal is done… A lion doesn’t lose sleep over opinion of a sheep… Fear the lion not the jungle."
It is thought that this fight will mark the beginning or unofficial start of the 2025 edition of the Riyadh Season celebrations.
As part of Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Season, the fight will be promoted through a three-city press tour, starting in Riyadh on June 20, followed by New York on June 22, and concluding in Las Vegas on June 27. The collaboration between Riyadh Season, Sela, and Netflix underscores Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in global sports entertainment.
With Canelo and Crawford set to deliver an unforgettable battle, this fight promises to be a defining moment in boxing history. September 13 is a date fans won’t want to miss.
Riyadh Season 'The One': Canelo v Crawford
September 13, Las Vegas
