William Scull is just one punch away from undisputed glory – or so the storyline suggests – yet many are wondering: “Who exactly is this Cuban-born, Berlin-based contender who’s set to challenge Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez on May 3 in Riyadh?”
Canelo aims to become a two-time undisputed super middleweight champion. Meanwhile, Scull has quietly built his record off most U.S. fans’ radar, scoring notable wins over Evgeny Shvedenko and Sean Hemphill, then topping it off with a debated decision against Vladimir Shishkin. That last victory landed him this title shot, and the contrast in profiles couldn’t be starker – Scull the soft-spoken professional, Canelo the global boxing icon.
At Thursday’s presser, Scull kept it simple: “I rely on my fundamentals,” he said via translator. That’s been his hallmark – no trash talk, no social media theatrics, just disciplined training. Some compare him to fellow Cuban Erislandy Lara, who once frustrated Canelo with movement and elusiveness. If Scull can follow that blueprint, the upset could be real.
Canelo turned pro back in 2005; Scull only joined the paid ranks in 2016. Despite the minimal difference in age – Scull is just two years younger – he might have the fresher legs at this stage. If he pulls off a Cinco de Mayo weekend shocker, there’ll be no more mystery about “Who is William Scull?” Instead, fans will ask, “How far can he go from here?” or, as he put it: “My message to everyone is, everything is possible.”
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