The fight between Saúl Canelo Álvarez and Terence Crawford has captured the attention not only of the boxing world, but also of the entertainment world. As has become a tradition in every world championship fight, one of the most emotional moments for the Mexican community is the singing of the National Anthem before their idol steps into the ring.
The fight will be held this Saturday, September 13, 2025 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, right on the eve of the Fiestas Patrias. For many fans, this event is already part of the Grito de Independencia celebrations. And while the focus is on what will happen between the ropes, the question on the minds of fans is: Who will sing the Mexican National Anthem?
The symbolic weight of the National Anthem
Here’s a bit of the anthem performed by Danna Paola at the Canelo fight🇲🇽❤️pic.twitter.com/dT2R5We7eX
– Sopitas (@sopitas) October 1, 2023
For years, Saúl Álvarez has turned this moment into a symbol of patriotic pride, carefully choosing the artists who accompany him to represent Mexico before millions of spectators around the world.
In the past, renowned performers have had the honor of opening the fight with the solemn intonation, turning this ceremony into a kind of tribute to Mexican identity.
The following is a review of the artists who have performed the National Anthem at Canelo’s fights in recent years:
Edith Marquez (2018)
Carlos Rivera (2019)
Paty Cantú (2020)
Angela Aguilar (2021)
Carín León (2022)
Danna Paola (2023)
Manuel Mijares (2024)
Majo Aguilar (May 2025)
The list includes exponents of different musical genres, all with extensive experience and great affinity with the Mexican public.
Will it be Pepe Aguilar’s turn?
Majo Aguilar performed the Mexican National Anthem to perfection for the Canelo Alvarez vs Scull fight.
CC: ESPN pic.twitter.com/ffgLEMuWJX
– EstiloDF (@EstiloDF) May 4, 2025
On this occasion, many fans speculate that it could be the turn of Pepe Aguilar, Ángela’s father and Majo’s uncle, who have already been chosen by Canelo in previous fights.
Although he is one of the tapatío champion’s favorite artists, Pepe has not yet had that moment in the ring, which has generated high expectations.
Another possibility that is circulating strongly in social networks is Christian Nodal, Pepe Aguilar’s son-in-law, who has also expressed admiration for Alvarez and has a large fan base among the Mexican community in the United States.
So far, neither the boxer’s team nor the organizers of the event have officially confirmed who will be in charge of the Anthem.
Who will sing the National Anthem?
Buzzy
The duel between Canelo Alvarez (63-2-2) and Terence Crawford (41-0) will be much more than a fight for the undisputed super middleweight championship.
It will also be a highly symbolic cultural spectacle for U.S. Latinos, who will not only see their champion defend the colors of Mexico, but will also hear their anthem in one of the country’s largest sporting venues.
The fight will be broadcast live on various streaming platforms and sports networks.
As happens every time Canelo fights, Hispanic households prepare not only to watch boxing, but to celebrate the identity, music and pride of being Mexican in the United States.
Para muchos fanáticos, este evento es ya parte de las celebraciones del Grito de Independencia
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