A Knockout in Quebec: Mbilli's Rise and Canelo's Next Challenge

First-Round Knockout Secures WBC Interim Title

Christian Mbilli has made a powerful statement in Quebec City. He knocked out Maciej Sulecki in the first round, securing the WBC interim super middleweight title. While the title is significant, its value is situational.

Mbilli's Unbeaten Streak Continues

With this victory, Mbilli's record improves to 29-0 with 24 knockouts. His impressive performance puts him in a strong position, potentially earning him a spot on the undercard of the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford fight in September. This could be a crucial step toward a future showdown with Canelo himself in 2026.

A Top Threat to Canelo Alvarez

At 30 years old, Mbilli is now seen as one of the top threats to Canelo's reign, especially with David Benavidez having left the division. Canelo has avoided Benavidez in the past and has not shown much interest in Mbilli—yet. However, this could change.

Mbilli's Ambition

Mbilli has expressed his desire to fight Canelo, though he has been more subdued in his campaigning compared to Benavidez. The boxing world will be watching closely to see if Canelo accepts the challenge.