In one of the most surprising bits of boxing news in recent memory, it appears that Saul “Canelo” Alvarez will face Amir “King” Khan on May 7th at the new super arena in Las Vegas, NV per ESPN.com.

Rafael: @AmirKingKhan agrees to challenge @Canelo for middleweight title on May 7 at 155 pounds https://t.co/NmbzQHdjQX @danrafaelespn

— ESPN Boxing (@ESPNBoxing) February 2, 2016

Proud to announce on May 7th, 2016 @canelo will return to the ring to face @amirkingkhan #CaneloKhanhttps://t.co/p9Pm7oVN8s

— Oscar De La Hoya (@OscarDeLaHoya) February 2, 2016

The bout will serve as an interesting fight as Khan had limited experience at 147 lbs and spent the majority of his career at 140 lbs. as he will move up to 155 lbs. to face one of the best guys in the “division” (technically a catchweight).

Some of the more interesting tweets are the narrative being told this morning that Khan didn’t talk with Hayon in order to get the fight.

Told by @OscarDeLaHoya that he didn't speak with Al Haymon in making @Canelo @AmirKingKhan and doubts this changes their icy relationship.

— Lance Pugmire (@latimespugmire) February 2, 2016