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Canelo Alvarez vs John Ryder: Preview + How to Watch on Sling TV

Canelo Alvarez is taking on John Ryder this Cinco De Mayo. Here's what's at stake, plus how to order the fight on PPV with Sling TV.

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Once a tradition is long-established, it has the potential to become a classic. One of the thrilling traditions in the sports landscape is the boxing main event on Cinco de Mayo weekend. Those who have entered the ring on this historic weekend fill the shoes of some of boxing's greatest legends: Julio Cesar Chavez, Oscar De La Hoya, and Floyd Mayweather, to mention a few.

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Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, the favored Mexican juggernaut of the middleweight division, is also an alumni of Cinco de Mayo fighters. His motto, No Boxing, No Life, is inked permanently into his left bicep, a reminder of the life he’s fought for through triumphs and tribulations. Currently a four-division world champion and, pound-for-pound, the number five boxer on the planet, Canelo is coming off a victory against rival Gennady “GGG” Golovkin, the conclusion of a highly controversial trilogy between the two. Before that, Canelo was tested and ultimately defeated by WBA Super Light Heavyweight Champion Dymetri Bivol. As part of his ongoing redemption tour, Canelo is set to go 12 rounds with a newcomer to the spotlight.

John “The Gorilla” Ryder, an English scrapper on an incredible winning-streak, hopes to find the same blueprint to beating Canelo. Having won four of his last five bouts, he holds the Interim WBO World Super Middleweight championship after defeating Zach Parker with a 4th round TKO. Going into what is the most important fight of his career, Ryder will have a shot to prove he is a top-contender in the division.

Alvarez returns to his hometown of Guadalajara in Jalisco, Mexico to face-off against Ryder for the undisputed super middleweight championship of the world, with the IBF, WBA, WBC & WBO belts on the line. Here are all the details on how to order the fight on Sling TV.

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Canelo vs. Ryder Fight FAQs

When is the Canelo vs. Ryder PPV fight?

The fight will take place Saturday, May 6 at Estadio Akron in Zapopan. The main card is set to start at 7pm ET, with Canelo and Ryder anticipated to fight at 11pm ET.

How do you watch the Canelo vs. Ryder fight on Sling TV?

Sling subscribers can order Canelo vs. Ryder for $79.99 by opening the Sling app or web browser and scrolling down to the “Order to Watch” collection on the home page. On select devices, you may need to visit sling.com/account to order.

Who else is on the fight card?

The full fight card, which is subject to change, is as follows:

Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez vs. John Ryder; For Canelo's WBA (Super), WBC, IBF and WBO super middleweight titles
Julio Cesar Martinez vs. Ronal Batista; For Martinez's WBC flyweight title
Gabriel Gollaz Valenzuela vs. Steve Spark; For the WBA Inter-Continental super lightweight title
Nathan Devon Rodriguez vs. Alexander Mejia; Featherweight
Oleksandr Gvozdyk vs. Ricards Bolotniks; Super middleweight
Bek Nurmaganbet vs. Argenis Espana; Super middlewight
Lawrence King vs. Elio German Rafael; Super welterweight
Johansen Alvarez Suarez vs. Johan Rodriguez Arreguin; Super featherweight
Abilkhan Amankul vs. Jesus Moroyoqui Palomares; Middleweight
Carlos Emiliano Rojo vs. Fabian Trejo Rivera; Super welterweight
Jesus Larios vs. Alejandro Curiel; Featherweight

Where is Canelo fighting?

Saúl 'Canelo' Álvarez will defend his undisputed super middleweight title against John Ryder at the Akron Stadium in Jalisco, Mexico.

How much is the Canelo fight?

The PPV fight of Canelo vs. Ryder will cost $79.99.

Can I watch the Canelo fight on Roku?

Yes. You can buy the PPV fight of Canelo vs. Ryder for $79.99 by opening Sling on Roku.

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