Canelo Alvarez tipped to take major step down in opponent quality for 2026 return

Following his loss to Terence Crawford and subsequent elbow surgery, Canelo Alvarez is expected to return in mid-2026. While some, like Oscar De La Hoya, predict an easier opponent to rebuild confidence, Saudi boxing leader Turki Alalshikh may push for a high-profile fight due to financial commitments.

Canelo Alvarez tipped to take major step down in opponent quality for 2026 return
Following his loss to Terence Crawford and subsequent elbow surgery, Canelo Alvarez is expected to return in mid-2026. While some, like Oscar De La Hoya, predict an easier opponent to rebuild confidence, Saudi boxing leader Turki Alalshikh may push for a high-profile fight due to financial commitments.