Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders Set an Indoor Record Attendance at the AT&T Stadium

The Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders event made history by attracting a record-breaking attendance at the AT&T Stadium. Following so many behind-the-door fights in 2020, boxing seems to be back in its primary flow. That said, Alvarez and Saunders have successfully garnered an almost full house crowd for their clash.

Headed by Eddie Hearn and the Matchroom Promotions, the event unveiled a stacked card. Although Canelo Alvarez and Billy Joe Saunders remain the prime attraction, the undercard was also alluring.

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So, a new attendance record was set for the indoor boxing fights in the USA. Boxing reporter Keith Idec revealed the news on social media, sending several fans into a frenzy. He took to Twitter and wrote, “The official attendance was just announced as 73,126 at AT&T Stadium, an indoor record for boxing in the United States.”

Following a successful title defense against Avni Yildirim in February, Alvarez is back in action to add the WBO title on his shoulder. Meanwhile, Billy Joe Saunders appears ready to defend his belt and unbeaten record in front of the Mexican superstar.

The 168 lbs matchup has seen several controversies in the build-up. It was also on the brink of falling apart in the final week. While the fight has officially made it to the ring, the boxing world seemingly couldn’t restrict them from watching the event live.

Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders- The aftermath

It is a rare matchup that will play a pivotal role in shaping up the future of the super middleweight division. The winner of the fight will be the WBC, WBA, WBO, and Ring titleholder. Hence it will craft the path for another unification ahead.

IBF champion Caleb Plant seems to have his eyes on the fight. ‘Sweethands’ will look to square off with the winner. Hence, there’s a lot of added value in the already electrifying contest between Alvarez and Saunders.

Who do you think will win? Canelo Alvarez or Billy Joe Saunders?

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