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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Real Mexican style toe to toe no track running doing laps 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽
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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's defense and patience is truly something to behold. Every kid out there should be watching his tapes. Truly a legend!
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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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Putting statistics on the side, this was one hell of a fight
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This was a truely awesome fight! Respect and skill on both sides!
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From Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 and boxing fans alike all over the world… Thank you Mexico 👊🏽🇲🇽
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This is real boxing. God bless Mexico.
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Crazy. Feels like Canelo was the baby faced young star just yesterday.
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Nothing to be ashamed of. His first loss is against a great fighter! Munguia definitely has a bright future ahead🔥
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Canelo doesn’t look old he looks patient 👀👊🏽👍🏽
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Respect to jaime munguia he never quit a true Mexican warrior
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When you rewatch the fight without the excitement of seeing it live, you can really see Canelo's elite technical ability. His defense has become more subtle and energy efficient, which is why people think his defense has eroded more than it has. He may not be absolute prime Canelo, but it's almost as if he's become underrated now.
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Remember folks canelo is only 33 he has a solid 3-4 years left maybe more that god damn blessed chin of his
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Love Mexican fighters. No clinching whatsoever 🇲🇽
