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Saturday, May 4th-- In the aftermath of last night's showdown between Canelo Alvarez and Jaime Munguia, it's clear that Canelo's confidence was well-placed. Throughout fight week, Alvarez emphasized his uniqueness and superiority over Munguia, and in the ring, he proved exactly that.
CANELOS EXPERIENCE
Alvarez (61-2-2, 39 KOs) showcased his mastery in retaining his undisputed super middleweight title, handing Munguia (43-1) his first professional loss in a grueling yet masterful display. Judges' scores of 117-110, 116-111, and 115-112 echoed the dominance of the Mexican icon, with CBS Sports scoring it even more decisively at 118-109 for Alvarez.
CANELO AND MEXICO'S LEGACY
The clash headlined a spirited Cinco de Mayo weekend at the T-Mobile Arena, marking Alvarez's first bout against a fellow Mexican-born fighter since his dominant victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in 2017.
Despite Munguia's strong start, notably pinning Alvarez against the ropes with relentless combinations, it was Alvarez's timing and precision that made the crucial difference. A pivotal moment arrived in Round 4 when Alvarez's lightning-quick right uppercut sent Munguia to the canvas, swinging the momentum definitively in the champion's favor.
Reflecting on his victory, Alvarez expressed gratitude to Munguia for the challenge and acknowledged the significance of the Mexican audience's support, affirming, "Viva Mexico!"
While Munguia (43-1), fresh from a career-defining knockout of John Ryder, showcased evolution under Freddie Roach's tutelage, Alvarez's experience and composure proved pivotal. Despite Munguia's relentless output, Alvarez's efficiency was evident, outlanding his opponent with a significant power shot advantage.
As the dust settles on this electrifying clash, Alvarez looks ahead with characteristic determination, affirming his position not only as a Mexican icon but as a force to be reckoned with on the global stage.
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