Canelo Alvarez vs. William Scull purses, salaries: How much money will they make for 2025 fight in Saudi Arabia?

This weekend is a big one in boxing, as some of the biggest names in the sport will step into the ring for their next fights.

There is perhaps no bigger name in the sport than Canelo Alvarez, as the 34-year-old has totaled a 62-2-2 record throughout his career. Most recently, Alvarez defeated Edgar Berlanga in September of 2024, one of two fights that Alvarez won last year and his fifth straight victory overall.

Next, Alvarez is taking on a new challenge by fighting William Scull on Saturday. However, this fight has the unique setting of Saudi Arabia, and it comes with the added benefit of being backed by Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority.

Alvarez reportedly signed a deal with Riyadh that commits him to four fights over the course of the contract, so Alvarez is likely getting well-compensated for his role in boxing's new landscape.

Scull, on the other hand, is relatively lesser-known compared to Alvarez, but he comes into the fight with an undefeated 23-0 record, setting up an anticipated fight with his counterpart.  

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Canelo Alvarez vs. William Scull purse

According to Marca, Alvarez is set to make around $80 million in the fight, but Scull's salary for the fight is still unknown. Marca also reports that Alvarez could make up to $400 million over the course of his new contract with Alalshikh.

Canelo Alvarez net worth

Alvarez has a net worth of at least $275 million before this latest fight, according to Forbes, and he made $85 million alone in 2024. Additionally, Forbes estimates that Alvarez makes around $75 million a year through fights and $10 million through endorsements.

Alvarez made Forbes' list of highest-paid athletes last year, coming in at No. 14 and in between Shohei Ohtani and Patrick Mahomes with his $85 million earned in 2024. Alvarez was the highest-ranked boxer on Forbes' list, just two spots ahead of Anthony Joshua, who made $83 million last year.

What time is Canelo Alvarez vs. William Scull?

Alvarez vs. Scull is set to take place on Saturday, May 3rd at 10:00 p.m. ET, which will be Sunday morning in Saudi Arabia.