Christian Mbilli Confident He Can defeat Canelo Alvarez, Calls Former Champion “Very Old”
Undefeated middleweight contender Christian Mbilli believes he possesses a important advantage should he face Canelo Alvarez, stating he doesn’t believe Alvarez “can take it” and feels he has a strong chance of victory. The comments come as Alvarez considers potential opponents for his return to the ring,currently slated for 2026 following his recent loss to Terence Crawford.
Mbilli’s assessment centers on Alvarez’s age and recent performance. While Alvarez has confirmed he will not retire, the now-former super middleweight champion is contracted with Turki alalshikh and Riyadh Season for another blockbuster event, with Mbilli emerging as a strong possibility. A fight against Mbilli would represent a shift for Alvarez,who is seeking a return to form after a rare defeat.
“I don’t know if he can take it. I think I have a good chance to win,” Mbilli said, directly addressing a potential matchup with the boxing superstar.
Alvarez will not compete again until 2026, allowing time for recovery and negotiations regarding his next bout. The possibility of facing mbilli adds another layer to the anticipation surrounding Alvarez’s comeback, as the boxing world awaits to see how the veteran champion will respond to the challenge.
