How big was Canelo Alvarez's thunderous KO over James Kirkland for boxing? It's a major springboard towards creating a new chapter in the storied Mexico vs. Puerto Rico rivalry this fall.
For boxing detractors who have been asking, "Who are the stars other than Mayweather and Pacquiao?", look no further than Mexico's "Canelo". Saul Alvarez tore James Kirkland to shreds in front of an announced attendance of 31,588 at Houston's Minute Maid Park, home of Major League Baseball's Houston Astros. It's the second time in the past few years that Alvarez has headlined a stadium show, having attracted nearly 40,000 for his unanimous decision win over Austin Trout back in 2013.