Canelo vs Munguia HIGHLIGHTS: May 4, 2024 | PBC on Prime PPV
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Published 2024-05-04
Making the fourth defense of his WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO 168-pound world titles, Canelo delivered another Cinco de Mayo weekend masterpiece as he took home the decision by scores of 117-110, 116-111 and 115-112. Munguia fought valiantly and was extremely busy in the ring, but Canelo consistently landed the cleaner shots across the 12 rounds.
“This win means a lot,” said Canelo. “I’m glad that I gave him this opportunity. Munguia is a great guy and a great champion. He’s gonna have a great career. I’m very proud that the whole world is watching us Mexicans.”
"I came out strong and was winning the early rounds,” said Munguia. “I let my hands go, but he’s a fighter with a lot of experience. The loss hurts because it's my first loss and I felt strong.”
Munguia appeared to have the momentum after he closed round three with a right hand that appeared to snap Canelo’s head back. However, Canelo responded like the future Hall of Famer he is and delivered the highlight of the fight in round four with a left hook-uppercut that put Munguia on the mat.
“I took my time,” said Canelo. “I have a lot of experience. Munguia is a great fighter. He's strong and smart. But I have 12 rounds to win the fight and I did. I did really good and I’m proud of it. He’s strong, but he’s a little slow. I could see every punch. That’s why I’m the best.”
"There’s no doubt I would have beaten anyone else tonight,” said Munguia. “He has a lot of experience. I started well, but he’s a fighter who creates a lot of problems."
Canelo rode the momentum from that moment to dominate the final eight rounds on the way to his unanimous decision. While Munguia threw more punches than Canelo according to CompuBox (663-536), it was Canelo who held the edge in shots landed (234-170) and connect rate (44% to 26%).
After sweeping the final three rounds on all of the cards, Canelo discussed his place in boxing history and his plans for what comes next.
“When I retire, my numbers will say what position I'm in,” said Canelo. “I know there's a lot of great Mexican fighters in the past, but I’m the best fighting right now. I’m gonna rest and enjoy my family. If the money is right, I can fight right now. I’ve fought everyone and I can do what I want."
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All Comments (21)
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That young dude has a bright future in boxing.He didn't quit got up and fought his ass off.
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Jaime threw everything he had nothing to be ashamed of. Hell of a fight.
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When mexicans box, the Earth celebrates. Nothing but respect ( Bulgaria , Europe )
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This is real boxing. God bless Mexico.
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Young tough kid vs an experienced vet. Respect to both
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This fight showcases the difference between a very good young fighter vs. an elite veteran.
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Canelo literally held back from connecting a few solid ones.. you can see him going in and pulling back instead of hitting him.. he also literally grabbed munguia so that he wouldn't fall a second time.. mad fkn respect to canelo for giving the young homie a real chance to 4 belts
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Badass Mexican fight! Munguía earned mad respect tonight. Canelo was a powerhouse 🥊🇲🇽 🥊
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I love Munguia's show of respect and class all the way. No thrashtalk and foul words just pure respect and humbleness. Love Canelo's respect to Munguia too.
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oscar snorting all the pain away tonight
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Canelo put on a boxing clinic. The sweet science in poetry. Patient and precision counters
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Much respect to Jaime he didn't run like all other Canelo opponents!! He fought like a true Mexican Warrior. He will be the next big thing in Boxing
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From Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 and boxing fans alike all over the world… Thank you Mexico 👊🏽🇲🇽
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Canelo doesn’t look old he looks patient 👀👊🏽👍🏽
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Real Mexican style toe to toe no track running doing laps 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽
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The way canelo evades punches so effortlessly by leaning is beautiful
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Respect to jaime munguia he never quit a true Mexican warrior
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Love Mexican fighters. No clinching whatsoever 🇲🇽
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Mexican boxing style is so beautiful to watch. Vravo 🎉 to both fighters they put a great show for the fans.
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Canelo's defense and patience is truly something to behold. Every kid out there should be watching his tapes. Truly a legend!
