Riyadh – 15 Rabi' al-Awwal 1447 AH, corresponding to September 7, 2025.

His Excellency Advisor Turki Al-Alshikh, Chairman of the Board of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) and President of the Saudi Boxing Federation, announced a series of thrilling bouts as part of the Public Workout event, next Tuesday in Las Vegas, as part of Fight Week ahead of the historic showdown between Mexican champion Saul "Canelo" Alvarez and American Terence Crawford, set for Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium, as part of Riyadh Season.

At a Glance

  • An extraordinary public event: The Public Workout gives fans a rare opportunity to watch the champions train live in a festive, high-energy atmosphere, reflecting the value of a fight considered one of the biggest boxing matchups of the modern era.
  • Undercard bouts:
    • Middleweight (156 lbs) – 6 rounds: Saudi boxer Abdullah Darkazanli (undefeated) vs. American Cody Kubosky (4 wins by knockout, 2 losses).
    • Super welterweight (170 lbs) – 10 rounds: Kazakhstan's Bek Nurmaganbet (14 wins, 12 by knockout) vs. American Steven Sumpter (11 wins, 9 by knockout, 1 loss, 1 draw).
    • Heavyweight – 6 rounds: Cuba's Yoandy Toirac (3 wins by knockout) vs. American Skylar Lacy (8 wins, 6 by knockout, 1 loss, 2 draws).
    • Super welterweight – 8 rounds: Mexico's Brian Leon Salgado (8 wins, undefeated, 7 by knockout) vs. American Devonte McDonald (8 wins, 5 losses).
    • Flyweight (112 lbs) – 6 rounds: American Micky Talon (9 wins, undefeated) vs. American Christian Robles (9 wins, 3 losses).
  • A global event under Riyadh Season: These bouts add a notable dimension to Fight Week, boosting global excitement and drawing the attention of millions of boxing fans around the world, in a historic event that cements the Kingdom's standing as a global sporting destination.