The undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez has been looking forward to what he refers to as his “dream fight” against fellow countryman Jaime Munguia. This highly anticipated event is set to take place tonight at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, starting at 8:00 p.m. ET. Fans around the world are eager to witness this showdown between two talented Mexican fighters, with Munguia boasting an impressive undefeated record of 43-0, with 34 KOs.
How to Watch the Event
For those interested in catching the action live, the Canelo vs. Munguia event will be available on Prime Video PPV, TNT Sports (UK), and DAZN PPV. The event is priced at $89.99, with the main card bouts scheduled to start at 8:00 p.m. ET / 1:00 a.m. UK time. Additionally, new or returning customers who opt to purchase the PPV on DAZN, whether through the installment or monthly plan, will receive the first month free. The headline fight between Canelo and Munguia is expected to begin around 11 p.m. ET / 4 a.m. UK time.
Highlights from the Undercard Fights
In the undercard bouts, fans witnessed some thrilling matchups, including Brandon Figueroa successfully defending his WBC interim featherweight title with a knockout victory over former WBO super bantamweight champion Jesse Magdaleno. The fight ended in the ninth round when Figueroa landed a devastating left to Magdaleno’s midsection, leaving him unable to continue.
Another exciting battle took place between WBA ‘regular’ welterweight champion Eimantas Stanionis and Gabriel Maestre. Stanionis managed to secure a 12-round unanimous decision victory after wearing down the previously unbeaten Maestre. Despite a strong start by Maestre, Stanionis capitalized on his opponent’s fatigue in the later rounds to secure the win.
Junior middleweights Jesus Ramos and Johan Gonzalez delivered an entertaining fight, with Ramos emerging victorious after scoring two knockdowns in the ninth round, prompting the referee to wave off the fight. Additionally, Vito Mielnicki put on a dominant performance against Ronald Cruz, winning by a ten-round unanimous decision.
Super bantamweight contender Alan Picasso showcased his skills by stopping Damien Vasquez in the fifth round with a relentless volume punch attack. Meanwhile, super middleweight contender William Scull secured an eight-round unanimous decision victory over Sean Hemphill following a competitive bout.
Despite some reservations from U.S. fans regarding Munguia as Canelo’s opponent, the Mexican champion chose him due to his popularity in Mexico. With a significant following and a strong fan base in his home country, Munguia is seen as a worthy contender for Canelo.
The main PPV card will feature additional exciting matchups, including WBC interim welterweight champion Mario Barrios defending his title against Fabian Maidana, Brandon Figueroa facing Jessie Magdaleno, and Eimantas Stanionis taking on Gabriel Maestre in a 12-round fight.
The Canelo vs. Munguia event promises to be a night filled with action and excitement, showcasing the talent and skill of some of the best boxers in the world. Fans can expect a thrilling showdown between Canelo Alvarez and Jaime Munguia as they compete for victory in what is sure to be a memorable fight.