Canelo Alvarez will take on William Scull on May 3, 2025, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The odds are out, and Alvarez is a massive -3000 favorite against Scull, who's sitting as a +1300 underdog at Sportsbook. It’s not exactly shocking since Canelo’s been the man at super middleweight for years, while Scull’s coming in with a shiny but unproven record.
Canelo vs Scull Odds
| Fighter | Odds |
|---|---|
| Canelo Alvarez | -3000 |
| William Scull | +1300 |
Odds as of April 25 at Sportsbook
Using our odds calculator, Alvarez’s favorite status means a $100 bet on him pays out just $103.33. Betting $100 on Scull, though? That pays a juicy $1,400.
How To Bet Canelo
Alvarez is still the king of super middleweight, and the oddsmakers clearly aren’t giving Scull much of a shot. Canelo’s got the experience, the power, and the ability to make adjustments mid-fight that few fighters can match. His bodywork is nasty, his defense is slick, and he’s been in there with the absolute best.
Against a guy like Scull, who’s talented but totally untested at this level, Canelo by knockout feels like the safe and obvious call. The odds aren’t amazing, but if you’re going with Canelo, betting on him to win by KO or TKO is the way to squeeze a little more juice out of it.
How to Bet Scull
Scull’s got an impressive record at 23-0 with 9 knockouts, but there’s a big ol’ asterisk beside that because he hasn’t fought anyone even remotely close to Canelo’s level. His win over Vladimir Shishkin to grab the IBF super middleweight belt was solid, but it’s a different ballgame against Alvarez.
If you’re feeling bold or just love an underdog story, betting on Scull outright or by decision could make you a lot of money if he somehow pulls it off. But let’s be real, it’s a long shot.
Canelo vs Scull Pick
Bet on Canelo by KO/TKO/DQ. The guy’s been there, done that against the best of the best, and Scull’s probably biting off way more than he can chew. Canelo’s power, experience, and relentless attack will likely be too much for Scull to handle. Sure, the odds aren’t giving you much bang for your buck, but it’s the most realistic outcome.
