Expert OpinionSaturday 31 October
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Barry JonesCanelo v MbilliWBC super middleweight title
Canelo v Mbilli: Riyadh super middleweight showdown
Barry Jones, Boxing analyst
The biggest name in the sport returns against the man who has taken his belt and his momentum.
- Fight
- Canelo v Mbilli
- Date
- Saturday, 31 October 2026
- Venue
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- On
- DAZN PPV
- At stake
- WBC super middleweight title
Mbilli is heavy handed, relentless and 10 years fresher. Canelo still has the counter left hook and the defensive craft to win rounds, but the pace over 12 is the concern.
The verdict
Mbilli by late stoppage or a clear decision, with Canelo dangerous throughout.
Expected undercard
Also on the bill
Full card to be confirmed
Card subject to change. All bouts and weights to be confirmed.
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