Canelo Vs Yildirim in Miami

World Boxing Council super middleweight champion Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, will defend his title against the Turkish Avni Yildirim on February 27 at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

Today, the official announcement of this fight was made, and although it was originally hoped it could be held in Mexico, due to the pandemic it will be Miami.

This will be the first defense of the 168-pound title that “Canelo” won by defeating British Callum Smith last December.

“Avni Yildirim is a good fighter and I know we will have an exciting fight. I am very happy to be able to bring this event to Miami, just a short distance from where my hero, Muhammad Ali trained. February 27 will be a great night for the sport. , ”Saul commented.

Avni Yildirim, the mandatory world title challenger, will return to activity after losing a close technical decision against former champion Anthony Dirrell.

“It is an honor for me to be able to fight again for the Green  and Gold Belt, thanks to all who are involved. I always give my all and everyone must be ready for a war. I come to make my country proud, I am representing all of Turkey, ”Avni commented.

“Canelo” has commented on several occasions that if everything goes well in this fight, he has a goal of fighting at least three times this year.