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Canelo makes weight against backdrop of Saudi turmoil

Saul Alvarez and Christian Mbilli successfully hit the 12st mark during their weigh-in ceremony in Riyadh ahead of Saturday's championship clash. The event proceeds despite regional security concerns following recent missile interceptions near the capital, which have complicated travel logistics for attendees.

Alvarez, a veteran of 69 professional bouts, aims to reclaim a world title, while the undefeated Mbilli prepares for his first defense of the WBC belt. The undercard features Jaime Munguia defending his WBA title against Nikita Zon, and Rafael Espinoza facing Ricardo Blandon for the WBO featherweight crown, though Lindolfo Delgado has pulled out of his scheduled match against Artur Biyarslanov.

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