Boxing’s biggest mega-match is just around the corner—and it’s not arriving in silence. From undercard fireworks to VIPs and Netflix giants, fight week is becoming the event of the year, not just a night on the calendar.
What’s on the Week’s Playbook
1. The Underdogs Card – September 11
Who’s fighting: A new prospect series titled “The Underdog”, hosted at the Fontainebleau, kicks off two days before the main event. It’s packed with real 50-50 matchups, headlining WBO flyweight champ Anthony Olascuaga vs. Juan Carlos Camacho Jr., along with names like Jalil Hackett, Emiliano Alvarado, Justin Viloria, and Jamar Talley.
Why it matters: This isn’t filler—it’s legit talent scouting and stamina testing, staged by The Ring and backed by top-tier boxing promotions. It sets the tone and builds momentum for what’s to come.
2. The Netflix Main Card – September 13
Headliner: Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford, for the undisputed super middleweight crown—streaming live on Netflix.
Undercard spotlight:
- Callum Walsh vs. Fernando Vargas Jr. (Light Middleweight)
- Christian Mbilli vs. Lester Martinez (Super Middleweight)
- Mohammed Alakel vs. John Ornelas (Lightweight)
Prelims on YouTube: A stacked roster including Bohachuk vs. Adams, Dychko vs. Franklin, and more.
Broadcast team: A mixed-media dream team featuring UFC star Jon Anik (play-by-play), analysts like Max Kellerman and Andre Ward, ring legends Michael Buffer and Joe Martinez, and reporters Heidi Androl and Jim Gray, anchored by Mario Lopez and Antonio Tarver.
3. Fight Prep & Final Countdown
- Sparring intensity: Canelo’s fine-tuning his offense with Jaron “Boots” Ennis in camp—a sparring partner eerily similar to Crawford’s style.
- Officials locked in: Veteran referee Tom Taylor will oversee the bout, judged by Cheatham, DeLuca, and Weisfeld.
- Beyond the ring: Deontay Wilder and Andy Ruiz Jr. will appear in exclusive VIP fan experiences, alongside UFC and wrestling stars, offering fans a backstage pass to the spectacle.
Clutch Crunch Take
This isn’t just a fight—it’s a fully-stacked cinematic experience. “The Underdog” card announces the boxing future. The Netflix showdown crowns a titan vs. tactician battle. Behind that? A cloud of star-studded commentary, VIP glam, and final camp cat-and-mouse. It’s not just fight week—it’s fight season.