Michael B Jordan, a HOLLYWOOD actor, has announced that Canelo Alvarez, a four-weight world champion boxer, will make his acting debut with Creed III.
Jordan, aged 35, announced the news via Instagram earlier in the week.
Jordan has shared two photos with Canelo
He wrote: "Directing @Canelo III the legend.
"Can't wait to see the world on March 3!"
"A star inside and outside the ring... Welcome to our family." Have a great weekend!
Jordan, who will be making his directorial debut with the film, posted two photos with Canelo along with the statement.
Creed III, the third installment of the Rocky spinoff franchise, is now available.
The movie follows the story of Adonis, the son of Rocky character Apollo Creed and played by Jordan.
Canelo (32), will not be the first professional fighter to make his acting debut in this franchise.
Tony Bellew, Andre Ward and the rest of the cast made their debut onscreen for the film's first release in 2015.
Canelo vs GGG3: Start time, TV channel and live stream information for TONIGHT’S massive fight
Canelo will face Gennady Gorlovkin tonight in a massive middleweight bout that will conclude an incredible trilogy.
Although the Mexican won the first two meetings of the series, he is determined that Triple G will be eliminated at the third meeting.
Tonight's fight will be held at the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, Navada.
Canelo will be facing Golovkin tonight
