Liam Smith aims to succeed where Amir Khan failed against Saul Alvarez on September 17
Brit has agreed to put his WBO world super-welterweight title on the line in America, with a venue set to be announced soon
LIAM SMITH will attempt to succeed where Amir Khan failed against Saul Alvarez on September 17.
Smith, 27, has agreed to put his WBO world super-welterweight title on the line in America, with a venue set to be announced shortly.
And the Scouser believes he can fare better than fellow Brit Khan, who was knocked out by Alvarez in the sixth round last month.
Smith said: “I am delighted to get the opportunity to defend my title against Canelo and headline in America, which is a dream I have had since I started in boxing.
“This fight will allow me to make a name for myself in the US and show just how good I am.
"As soon as I became world champion my next goal was to make my name across the Atlantic and this is the big stage that will enable me to do that.
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"My trainer Joe Gallagher and I are going to initiate a plan to ensure we beat Canelo and shake up the world of boxing.
"I am confident of keeping my title on September 17 and returning to Liverpool with my belt still around my waist."
Smith's promoter Frank Warren added: "Liam grabbed the opportunity to take on Alvarez.
"This is a fantastic chance for him to showcase his talent in such a high-profile fight in America.
"He believes, as do I, that he has the tools to beat Alvarez and stake his own claim to be the world’s best."
Alvarez, 25, has suffered just one defeat in 49 pro bouts. He was beaten on points by retired pound-for-pound king Floyd Mayweather in September 2013.