Mbilli Defends WBC Interim Title Against Martinez in Vegas

Christian Mbilli, the undefeated WBC Interim World Super Middleweight champion, will defend his title against Guatemalan contender Lester Martinez on September 13 in Las Vegas. The bout is part of the undercard for the highly anticipated undisputed super middleweight title fight between Saul “Canelo” Álvarez and Terence Crawford at Allegiant Stadium, which will be streamed live on Netflix. Mbilli, who has a 29-0 record with 24 knockouts, views this fight as a critical opportunity to prove himself as the rightful challenger to the winner of the main event and elevate his global status. His opponent, Lester Martinez, also undefeated at 19-0 with 16 knockouts, is considered a dangerous rising prospect in the division. Both fighters bring strong knockout power and are looking to make a significant impact on the super middleweight landscape. The card also features other notable bouts, including a junior middleweight fight between Callum Walsh and Fernando Vargas Jr., highlighting a stacked event for boxing fans.