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| Sebastian Fundor Knockout (Cris Esqueda/Premier Boxing Champions |
Sebastian Fundora has cleared his mandatory challenger with one second left, keeping his push toward an undisputed championship alive. Canelo Alvarez’s newly published training explanation and Armando Resendiz’s comeback win provide the other developments worth separating from the weekend noise.
1. Fundora finishes Hadribeaj, but unification is not yet booked
Sebastian Fundora knocked out Ermal Hadribeaj at 2:59 of round twelve in Las Vegas, retaining the WBC super welterweight title. PBC’s report describes the work behind the finish: uppercuts and body punches gradually opened up a challenger who had smothered much of Fundora’s early offense. Unlike yesterday’s edition before Fundora’s defense, the immediate hurdle is now cleared. Fundora again called for the winner of Jaron Ennis against Josh Kelly afterward. That is his desired route toward undisputed status, not an announced agreement. The next meaningful development must come through official matchmaking, not the knockout’s dramatic timing alone.
2. Canelo explains why Spain matters beyond a change of scenery
In a newly published interview with The Ring’s Mike Coppinger, Canelo Alvarez explained that his Spain camp combines strength and conditioning support from Oleksandr Usyk’s team with boxing work directed by Eddy Reynoso. He also linked the location to adapting for Riyadh after struggling with the early morning timing of his William Scull fight in 2025. This adds preparation detail to our earlier coverage of Canelo’s Riyadh plans, rather than announcing a new camp today. Christian Mbilli remains the October 31 opponent. Filipino fans also have Carl Jammes Martin against David Picasso on that card to follow.
3. Resendiz changes approach and closes strongly against Mazoudier
Former world champion Armando Resendiz beat Koen Mazoudier by unanimous decision over ten rounds, with scores of 98–92 and 97–93 twice, PBC confirmed. The useful detail is the adjustment behind the result: Resendiz said he needed to box and move against a durable opponent rather than simply keep trading. Mazoudier had rallied through the middle and later rounds, before Resendiz produced a strong final round after his corner urged him to finish well. The victory moves Resendiz back toward contention, but it does not establish a new title shot. His next opponent will show how much ground this comeback performance has recovered.
Recent Results from Our Watchlist
- Sunday, October 18, 2026, Philippine date: Armando Resendiz defeated Koen Mazoudier by unanimous decision over ten rounds, 98–92, 97–93 and 97–93.
- Sunday, October 18, 2026, Philippine date: Sebastian Fundora defeated Ermal Hadribeaj by KO at 2:59 of round twelve, retaining the WBC super welterweight title.
Upcoming Fights: Philippine Time
Listed broadcast starts are not guaranteed ring walks. Details remain subject to change.
Sunday, October 25, 2026
- Dalton Smith vs. Alberto Puello
Time: 2:00 AM, listed DAZN main card start.
Stakes: Smith’s WBC super lightweight championship.
Location: Utilita Arena Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom. - Emanuel Navarrete vs. O’Shaquie Foster
Time: 9:00 AM, listed DAZN broadcast start.
Stakes: WBO, IBF and WBC super featherweight title unification.
Location: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, United States.
Saturday, October 31, 2026, Riyadh venue date
- Canelo Alvarez vs. Christian Mbilli
Time: Time to be announced; Philippine viewing date not yet established.
Stakes: Mbilli’s WBC super middleweight championship.
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; venue to be confirmed. - David Picasso vs. Carl Jammes Martin
Time: Time to be announced on the same card; Philippine viewing date not yet established.
Stakes: Super bantamweight contest; title stakes unconfirmed.
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; venue to be confirmed.
Watch for official movement on Fundora’s unification route and final broadcast updates before the next title weekend. Would you favor Fundora’s inside pressure or Ennis’ speed if that matchup is finalized?
Exclusive Sources
Story 2: Mike Coppinger’s Canelo interview, reported by Manouk Akopyan at ringmagazine.com.