The boxing world is abuzz with excitement as the highly anticipated clash between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford is set to take place on September 13 in Las Vegas. What makes this fight even more groundbreaking is the fact that it will be streamed exclusively on Netflix, marking a significant shift in how major sporting events are broadcasted.
Canelo Alvarez, the undisputed super middleweight champion, will defend his title against Terence Crawford, an unbeaten four-weight titleholder, in a cross-divisional showdown with generational implications. Crawford, known for his skill and speed, will be moving up two weight classes to challenge the Mexican superstar in what has been dubbed the “fight of the century.”
The decision to stream the fight on Netflix, a platform primarily known for its streaming of movies and TV shows, represents a bold move by the organizers to reach a broader audience. By making the fight available to Netflix users at no additional cost, the hope is to attract a new generation of fans to the sport of boxing.
While the venue for the fight has yet to be confirmed, talks are underway with Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas being a potential location. The global streaming of the event on Netflix will undoubtedly draw in viewers from around the world, further solidifying the status of both Alvarez and Crawford as two of the most prominent figures in the sport.
As the countdown to September 13 begins, boxing fans everywhere are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a historic and unforgettable night of boxing.
References:
– “Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight: Undisputed title clash set for Sept. 13 in Las Vegas” – CBSSports.com
– “Dana White-promoted Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight to stream on Netflix” – Yahoo! Sports
– “Canelo Álvarez to face Terence Crawford in Netflix-streamed Las Vegas megafight” – The Guardian
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