‘Fatal Fury’ Boxing Spectacle Set to Kick off in Riyadh in May 

‘Fatal Fury’ Boxing Spectacle Set to Kick off in Riyadh in May 
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‘Fatal Fury’ Boxing Spectacle Set to Kick off in Riyadh in May 

‘Fatal Fury’ Boxing Spectacle Set to Kick off in Riyadh in May 

The exceptional boxing event “Fatal Fury” is set to launch in Riyadh on May 3 as part of the Riyadh Season, hosted at the anb Arena.

It will feature a highly anticipated bout for the undisputed super middleweight world championship, pitting Mexican champion Saul “Canelo” Álvarez against Cuban champion William Scull.

The boxing event will open with a lineup of exciting preliminary fights, headlined by a fast-paced and powerful middleweight showdown between Mexican Jaime Munguía and Frenchman Bruno Surace.

Congolese boxer Martin Bakole will take on Nigerian Efe Ajagba in a heavyweight clash, while in the cruiserweight division, Sweden’s Badou Jack will face Canadian Ryan Rozicki in a fight that brings experience head-to-head with ambition.

The event also features a super welterweight bout between Mexican Marco Verde and Michel Polina, as well as a lightweight matchup between Cuban Bryan Leon and Mexican Aaron Guerrero, both seeking to establish themselves among boxing’s global elite.

This evening will mark Canelo Álvarez’s first defense of his four major titles (WBC, WBA, IBF, and WBO) outside the United States and Mexico, highlighting Riyadh Season’s rising global prominence and positioning the Saudi capital as a major hub for world-class boxing.

“Fatal Fury” is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader series of international events. It supports its strategy to become a leading destination for combat sports and offers a comprehensive sports entertainment experience for boxing fans locally and globally.



Man City Sign Dutch Midfielder Reijnders Ahead of Club World Cup

AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders, left, and Roma's Manu Kone battle for the ball during the Italian Serie A soccer match between Roma and Milan at the Rome's Olympic stadium, Italy, Sunday, May 18, 2025. (Alfredo Falcone/LaPresse via AP)
AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders, left, and Roma's Manu Kone battle for the ball during the Italian Serie A soccer match between Roma and Milan at the Rome's Olympic stadium, Italy, Sunday, May 18, 2025. (Alfredo Falcone/LaPresse via AP)
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Man City Sign Dutch Midfielder Reijnders Ahead of Club World Cup

AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders, left, and Roma's Manu Kone battle for the ball during the Italian Serie A soccer match between Roma and Milan at the Rome's Olympic stadium, Italy, Sunday, May 18, 2025. (Alfredo Falcone/LaPresse via AP)
AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders, left, and Roma's Manu Kone battle for the ball during the Italian Serie A soccer match between Roma and Milan at the Rome's Olympic stadium, Italy, Sunday, May 18, 2025. (Alfredo Falcone/LaPresse via AP)

Manchester City confirmed the signing of midfielder Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan on a five-year contract on Wednesday and said the Netherlands international will be available for this month's Club World Cup.

Financial details were not released but a City team source has put the transfer fee at 55 million euros ($62.85 million).

"City are one of the biggest teams in the world, with the best coach, world-class players and outstanding facilities.  Under Pep Guardiola, City have won so many titles, and I want to help keep that going with a lot more success in the coming years," Reijnders said in a statement, according to Reuters.

"It is also a dream come true to play in the Premier League. This league has seen many of the best Dutch players perform through the years and it's an inspiration to follow in their footsteps."

The 26-year-old, who has been capped 23 times, joined Milan in 2023 on a five-year contract before extending it until 2030 in March.

He made 104 appearances for the club in all competitions, winning the Italian Super Cup and was named Serie A's best midfielder last season.

"He arrives here with extensive top-level experience in Europe both at club level as well as on the international stage with the Netherlands," City's Director of Football Hugo Viana said.

Reijnders is City's fourth addition of the transfer window after left back Rayan Ait-Nouri, winger Rayan Cherki and goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli.

The expanded 32-team Club World Cup runs from June 14 to July 13 in the United States with $1 billion in prize money at stake.