In what promises to be one of the biggest boxing events of 2025, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and Terence Crawford have agreed to terms for a September showdown in Las Vegas. The fight will be the first-ever boxing match held at Allegiant Stadium, home of the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders, marking a historic moment for the sport.

A Landmark Event for Allegiant Stadium

Although Allegiant Stadium has been considered for major fights in the past—including Gervonta Davis vs. Ryan Garcia and Tyson Fury vs. Deontay Wilder 3—this will be the first time the venue hosts a boxing match. The massive stadium, which can expand to 71,835 seats, is set to deliver an electrifying atmosphere, although it will fall just short of the U.S. indoor boxing attendance record set by Alvarez’s 2021 fight against Billy Joe Saunders at AT&T Stadium (73,126 fans). However, the ticket sales revenue (gate earnings) from Alvarez vs. Crawford could potentially surpass previous records, making it one of the most lucrative fights in Las Vegas history.

Legacy Fight: Four-Division Champions Collide

Both Alvarez (62-2-2, 39 KOs) and Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) are four-division world champions, but this fight carries significant historical weight. Crawford, who has previously held all four belts at super lightweight and welterweight, has a chance to become a five-division world champion if he can pull off an upset against Canelo. However, the size difference between the two fighters will be a major challenge—Alvarez has fought as high as light heavyweight (175 lbs.), while Crawford’s highest division was 147 lbs.

Saudi Arabia’s Influence on Boxing Grows

The fight is expected to be part of a Riyadh Season event, the promotional brand operated by Turki Alalshikh and Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority. Saudi Arabia has increasingly become a dominant force in global boxing, securing marquee fights and investing heavily in the sport’s biggest matchups. With Alvarez and Crawford headlining such a historic event, the global reach of this fight will be enormous.

What’s at Stake?

This fight is more than just another high-profile bout—it’s a legacy-defining moment for both fighters. If Crawford wins, he cements his place in history as one of the greatest fighters of all time, becoming a five-division champion despite moving up significantly in weight. If Alvarez wins, he further solidifies his reign as one of boxing’s biggest superstars, adding another impressive name to his resume.

With a historic venue, a massive global audience, and two of boxing’s best fighters, Alvarez vs. Crawford is set to be one of the biggest sporting events of 2025. Will Crawford shock the world, or will Canelo’s power and experience prove too much? The world will find out this September in Las Vegas.