Canelo Álvarez wins back world title as Houthi attacks cast shadow over Riyadh
Canelo Álvarez reclaimed the WBC super‑middleweight championship in Riyadh, defeating Christian Mbilli by unanimous decision. The bout proceeded despite heightened security worries stemming from recent Houthi missile attacks in the region, which cast a somber backdrop over the event. Security concerns were linked to Houthi attacks on Saudi facilities, prompting heightened alerts for the venue.