Sporting News explains why it won’t help him beat Canelo Alvarez , but something else will. Arash Markazi of the Los Angeles Times similarly predicts a highly-contested bout, though eventually taking Alvarez by a late decision. If it’s there, trust me, I’m going to go for the knockout. While the company are still looking to gain a foothold in America, their first proper pay-per-view event will not disappoint.