LAS VEGAS — Two-division world champion Jermall Charlo is signaling his intent to dominate the 168lb division as he prepares for his ring return against Australia’s Koen Mazoudier. The bout is scheduled for Saturday, October 17, in Las Vegas, appearing on the undercard of Sebastian Fundora’s WBC super-welterweight world title defense against Ermal Hadribeaj.
Charlo, who has fought only twice since 2021, told Ring Magazine that he is focused on securing high-profile matchups. "The current fighters that’s in the division, they’re aware of who I am," Charlo said. "I’m new to 168. I’m here to take over 168." The card also features a co-main event where Brandon Figueroa will attempt his first defense of the WBA featherweight crown against Japan’s Tomoki Kameda.
Meanwhile, Canelo Alvarez is preparing to re-establish his standing in the super-middleweight division following an elbow injury. Alvarez is set to challenge Christian Mbilli for the WBC world title on the rescheduled date of Saturday, October 31, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Further details regarding the Canelo Alvarez vs. Christian Mbilli rescheduled bout were previously confirmed.