Who is Canelo Álvarez? All About Mexican Professional Boxer

Canelo Álvarez, also known as Saúl Álvarez, is a Mexican professional boxer known for his numerous world championships and unified titles. He became the first undisputed champion at super middleweight in 2021 and has held the Ring magazine super middleweight title since 2020. Known for his excellent counterpunching and formidable body punching, Álvarez is consistently one of the highest-paid athletes in the world.

Early Years of Canelo Álvarez

Born in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Álvarez learned horseback riding from his family’s farm. He is the youngest of eight children, seven of whom are professional boxers. His name, Canelo, means cinnamon and is associated with Irish soldiers during the Mexican-American War. Canelo’s neighbors nickname him “Jícama con Chile,” a popular Mexican snack.

Career of Canelo Álvarez

Canelo Álvarez, a professional boxer, began his career at 15, winning titles like WBC Silver light middleweight and WBO light middleweight. He gained fame with a rematch against Miguel Vázquez in 2006 and defended his titles against John Ryder and Jermell Charlo in 2023. He also fought Gennady Golovkin, a controversial rivalry, and defended his titles against John Ryder and Jermell Charlo in 2024.

Personal Life

Álvarez, a Catholic boxer, is married to Marisol González and Fernanda Gómez. He has three daughters and one son, owns multiple cars and motorcycles, and is currently planning to retire from boxing.