How much did Canelo Alvarez make against John Ryder at Mexico homecoming?

April 2024 · 2 minute read

Canelo Alvarez returned to the ring after months and this time took on challenger John Ryder for the undisputed super middleweight titles. The fight took place inside the Estadio Akron in Mexico as Alvarez made his return to his home soil after 12 long years. The last time Alvarez fought in Mexico was in 2011 against Kermit Cintrón which he won.

 This time also, the fighter has managed to stop Ryder and successfully defended his belts. The fight went on for 12 rounds with the home hero outboxing the Londoner throughout the bout. Alvarez showed why he’s a four-division champion and the difference in skill set was quite clearly evident.

Alvarez busted Ryder’s nose in the third round and even managed to get a crucial knockdown in the fifth. Even though the challenger was determined and did get his moments toward the end, it wasn’t enough to save the fight. Ultimately, Alvarez announced the winner via unanimous decision.

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Canelo Alvarez vs John Ryder: Fight Purses

Undoubtedly Canelo’s fighting in Mexico was a success. An estimated 50,000 spectators turned out to witness the boxer compete upon his return to his native nation. Alvarez didn’t land a knockout blow, but his clinical performance clearly won over the audience.

Despite his stellar performance, many people were more interested in the fight’s financial aspects. Alvarez received the full PPV shares as well as a guaranteed $10 million for the bout, according to Insidesports. After everything was said and done, the fighter received a staggering $45 million from the fight.

In contrast, Ryder’s earnings were somewhat less, however, they were nonetheless noteworthy given his relative infamy in the boxing world. The fighter’s $2.5 million payday for the contest is evidence of the strength of his fan following. While Ryder may not be as well-known as Alvarez, his devoted fans have helped him earn a sizable sum of money for his efforts in the ring.

Overall, the Alvarez vs. Ryder fight’s finances demonstrates how much money top fighters can make. Fighters like Alvarez may make millions of dollars from a single fight thanks to their huge fan bases and excellent performances. And owing to their devoted followers, even lesser-known boxers like Ryder may make considerable sums of money. 

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