Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford: Date, Venue, and What to Expect

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by Butch Belga

Canelo Alvarez (left) will face Terence Crawford in Las Vegas this September.
Canelo Alvarez (left) will face Terence Crawford in Las Vegas this September. Photo: BBN.

Boxing fans are in for a spectacle as two of the sport’s pound-for-pound greats finally collide. On Saturday, September 13, Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez will put his unified super middleweight crown on the line against the undefeated Terence “Bud” Crawford. The showdown takes place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, with coverage streaming live worldwide on Netflix.

Canelo enters the fight as the reigning WBC, WBA, and WBO titleholder at 168 pounds. The Mexican superstar, who has fought across four weight divisions, boasts a record of 63 wins, 2 defeats, and 2 draws, with 39 victories via knockout. Earlier this year, he turned back the challenge of William Scull, once again cementing his status as the undisputed super middleweight king.

Standing in his way is Crawford, widely regarded as one of boxing’s most complete fighters. The American technician has yet to taste defeat, carrying a flawless 41-0 record with 31 knockouts. His last appearance came in August 2024, when he outclassed Israil Madrimov in a unanimous decision. Known for his versatility, timing, and ring IQ, Crawford will attempt to shock the boxing world by moving up to topple Canelo at his natural weight.

Fans can tune in starting 3:30 p.m. ET, with the main event ring walks expected around 11 p.m. ET. A Netflix subscription, beginning at $7.99, secures access to the entire card.

Full Fight Card

  • Main Event: Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford – Super Middleweight, 168 lbs

  • Callum Walsh vs. Fernando Vargas Jr. – Super Welterweight

  • Christian Mbilli vs. Lester Martinez – Super Middleweight

  • Mohammed Alakel vs. John Ornelas – Junior Lightweight

Predictions and Expert Insights

The matchup has split the boxing community. Legendary Mexican champion Erik Morales believes Crawford’s speed and technique could be the deciding factor. Meanwhile, former British and European titlist Wayne Alexander leans toward Canelo, noting that natural size often prevails in such clashes: “A good big fighter beats a good little one.”

Veteran trainer Teddy Atlas sees something special in Crawford, suggesting the Omaha native has the tools to pull off the upset despite Canelo’s experience and power.

Regardless of which camp proves correct, one thing is certain: September 13 promises fireworks when two of boxing’s best share the ring under the Las Vegas lights.