Canelo Álvarez Biography
Canelo ‘Álvarez, a Mexican professional boxer who is a four-division world champion, has held since 2018 the unified WBA, WBC, The Ring and linear middleweight titles, the IBF middleweight titles from May to August 2019 and the WBA (Regular) super middleweight titles since 2018.
He previously held the WBA (Unified), WBC, and Ring light middleweight titles from 2011 to 2013; the WBC, Ring, and linear middleweight titles from 2015 to 2018; the WBO light-middleweight titles from 2016 to 2017; and the WBO light heavyweight titles from November to December 2019.
Álvarez is known as an excellent counterpuncher, capable of harnessing openings in the guards of his opponents while avoiding punches with head and body movement. He is often referred to as a powerful body puncher.
As of June 2020, Álvarez has been ranked by BoxRec, the Ring magazine, the Transnational Boxing Ratings Board (TBRB) and the Boxing Writers Association of America, as the world’s best active boxer, pound for pound. He is also ranked by BoxRec as the best active middleweight in the world, The Ring and TBRB, The Ring’s fourth-best active super middleweight in the world, TBRB’s fifth, and TBRB’s third best active light heavyweight in the world.
Canelo Álvarez Age
He was born on 18 July 1990 in Guadalajara, Mexico. He celebrates his birthday on 18 July every year.
Canelo Álvarez Height
He is a man of gigantic statures, he also appears to be quite tall in stature in his photos. He stands at a height of 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m). He also weighs 79 kg.
Canelo Álvarez Family
He is the son of Santos Álvarez and Ana Maria Barragán. He has seven siblings. In an interview, Álvarez explained that he was born in the outskirts of Guadalajara, Jalisco, but his family was originally from Los Reyes, Michoacán. His family moved to their current home in Juanacatlán, Jalisco, at the age of five. Growing up on the farm of his family, he learned to ride horseback riding, which he continues today.Álvarez is the youngest of eight sons, seven of them boys; all his brothers have also been professional boxers. Among his brothers are the welterweight boxers Ramón Álvarez, Ricardo Álvarez, and Rigoberto Álvarez, former World Interim Champion of WBA.
Canelo Álvarez Wife
Marisol González, who is Miss Mexico Universe 2003 and Televisa Deportes sports reporter, was hired by Álvarez. He has two daughters and one son, all of whom are from separate ties.
Canelo Álvarez Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Canelo Álvarez.
Canelo ÁlvarezBio and Wiki
- Full Names: Santos Saúl Álvarez Barragán
- Popular As: Canelo (“Cinnamon”)
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: boxer
- Nationality: Mexican
- Race / Ethnicity: Not Available
- Religion: Not Known
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Canelo Álvarez Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 2
- Zodiac Sign: 29 years old (as of 2019)
- Date of Birth: 18 July 1990
- Place of Birth: Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
- Birthday: 18 July
Canelo Álvarez Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: Chest: 41 Inches – Waist: 33 Inches – Biceps: 15 Inches
- Height / How Tall?: 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
- Weight: 9 kg
- Eye Color: Black eyes
- Hair Color: red hair
Canelo Álvarez Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Santos Álvarez
- Mother: Ana Maria Barragán
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): 7
- Marital Status: Single
- Children: 2 (a son and a daughter)
Canelo Álvarez Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: $94 million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: boxing
Canelo Álvarez House and Cars
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- Place of living: To be Updated
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Canelo Álvarez Mayweather
Oscar De La Hoya announced in January 2015 that Álvarez and James Kirkland (32–1, 28 KOs) had agreed to fight each other in a non-titled light middleweight bout, though no date or venue had been set. The reason the date was not set was due to not having an official date for the upcoming Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Manny Pacquiao fight. In March, the fight was confirmed at the official press conference to take place on 9 May 2015 at the Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas, live on HBO, a week after the Mayweather-Pacquiao fight on 2 May.
Canelo Álvarez Awards
Álvarez successfully defended his newly won WBC belt against Ring Light Middleweight # 4 and Ryan Rhodes, current European Light Middleweight Champion. Álvarez vacated the WBC title which he defended in the fight against Khan on 18 May 2016. Gennady Golovkin was promptly awarded a title by the WBC.
Álvarez won the WBC, Ring and linear middleweight belts on 21 November 2015 with a unanimous decision win over Miguel Cotto in front of an 11,274 sold-out crowd at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas. Two months after the fight, at its headquarters in Mexico, the WBC has awarded Álvarez the WBC Diamond middleweight belt.
Frequently Asked Questions About Canelo Álvarez
Who is Canelo Álvarez?
Álvarez, a Mexican professional boxer who is a four-division world champion, has held since 2018 the unified WBA, WBC, The Ring and linear middleweight titles, the IBF middleweight titles from May to August 2019 and the WBA (Regular) super middleweight titles since 2018.
How old is Canelo Álvarez?
He is 29 years old as of 2020. He was born on 18 July 1990 in Guadalajara, Mexico.
How tall is Canelo Álvarez?
He stands at a height of 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m).
Is Canelo Álvarez married?
Marisol González, who is Miss Mexico Universe 2003 and Televisa Deportes sports reporter, was hired by Álvarez. He has two daughters and one son, all of whom are from separate ties.
How much is Canelo Álvarez worth?
He has an approximate net worth of $94 million. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the entertainment industry.
How much does Canelo Álvarez make?
His salary is still under review.
Where does Canelo Álvarez live?
Because of security reasons, he has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Canelo Álvarez dead or alive?
He is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
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