“Mexico’s Champion Canelo Alvarez Defeats Jaime Munguia in Unanimous Victory
In a high-stakes bout held in Las Vegas, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, the undisputed super middleweight champion of Mexico, reaffirmed his dominance by securing a unanimous victory over fellow countryman Jaime Munguia.
With the judges’ scores reading 117-110, 116-111, and 115-112 in favor of Alvarez, he showcased his prowess in the ring. The match witnessed a pivotal moment in the fourth round when Alvarez delivered a decisive blow, sending Munguia to the canvas for the first time in his career. This triumph solidifies Alvarez’s position as a formidable force in the boxing world, further cementing his legacy as one of Mexico’s greatest champions.”
“After handing Jaime Munguia the first defeat of his professional career, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez reflected on his victory with pride, acknowledging Munguia’s strength and intelligence in the ring. Alvarez, now 61-2-2, asserted his confidence in his abilities, remarking on his patience and precision throughout the 12 rounds.
Recognizing Munguia’s strength but noting his perceived slowness, Alvarez affirmed his status as the premier fighter of the moment. This victory marked Alvarez’s fourth successful defense of his WBC, WBO, IBF, and WBA super middleweight titles, solidifying his position as a dominant force in the sport.
In a display of his skill and resilience, Alvarez weathered Munguia’s early aggression, including a momentary setback in the third round. However, Alvarez’s response in the fourth round was decisive, as he unleashed a devastating combination culminating in a massive uppercut that sent Munguia to the canvas, ultimately sealing his victory.”
The fifth round opened to chants of “Canelo!” ringing in the T-Mobile Arena, where support was evenly divided between the Mexican combatants in a fight coinciding with Mexico’s Cinco de Mayo festivities.An Alvarez jab popped Munguia’s head back and, in the sixth, an Alvarez left hook had Munguia’s knees buckling briefly.
In a fight billed as a possible changing of the guard, Munguia – who has honed his aggressive style under the tutelage of longtime Manny Pacquiao trainer Freddie Roach – continued to press.
But his vaunted power rarely bothered Alvarez, who repeatedly found a way past Munguia’s guard to land the more damaging blows.