Canelo Alvarez is set to return to boxing with a fight against WBC super-middleweight champion Christian Mbilli on September 12 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This bout will mark Alvarez's first appearance since his stunning defeat to Terence Crawford last year.

Alvarez, a Mexican boxing superstar, will look to reclaim one of the titles he once held by challenging Mbilli for the WBC 168lb world title. "After so many years in this sport, my motivation is still the same: to challenge myself, represent Mexico, and continue building my legacy," Alvarez said.

Mbilli, who is undefeated and has been touted as one of the division's more aggressive fighters, views the fight as a historic opportunity. "My last fight was the fight of the year. In September, against Canelo Alvarez, it will be the fight of the decade. And when the fight is over, the world will witness a historic victory for me," Mbilli said.

The fight will also offer an enticing blend of styles, with Mbilli's explosive power and aggressive style pitted against Canelo's characteristic counter-punching. "I think stylistically for both guys, it's a good fight," Top Rank president Todd duBoef previously told Sky Sports.

The match will be a significant step for both fighters as they prepare to showcase their skills in a highly anticipated bout.