Canelo Alvarez defeated Jaime Munguia in a 12-round fight with only a knockdown in the 4th round. The final score was 117-110, 116-111 and 115-112.
Canelo Alvarez defeated Jaime Munguia with a unanimous decision on Saturday night at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Canelo handed Munguia his first defeat in an all-Mexico showdown in front of a packed crowd on May 5th weekend and defended his unified super middleweight title.
Canelo scored his only knockout in the 12-round fight, defeating Munguia in the fourth round.
“He’s strong, but a little slow. I can see every shot. (Everyone) is watching us, the Mexicans, And I feel proud about representing Mexico.” Canelo Alvarez said and crowd replied with loud cheers.
The judges’ scores were 117-110, 116-111 and 115-112.
Canelo punched 234 punches and Munguia punched 170 punches, according to punch stats provided by the broadcast.
“I came out well, I think at the beginning I was winning some of those rounds. It was going well. I let my hands go. But he’s a fighter with a lot of experience, obviously. Unfortunately, he beat me.’’ Mungia said.
Canelo 33 improved to 61-2-2 & Munguia dropped to 43-1.
Canelo vs Munguia Round by Round Highlights
Round 1:
Munguia has clear advantage of reach and height. Canelo throws a punch, but misses. Munguia done many jabs in center of the ring. Chants for Canelo now from audience. Canelo lands a couple of body punches. Manguia coming hard. Canelo digs in with left. Munguia 10, Canelo 9.
Round 2:
Canelo and Munguia open fire. But Munguia seems to be in charge. Munguia uses the left jab. Canelo responded with body shots. Jab, body. Jab, body. Munguia landing combo. Canelo lands a big right. Mungia will be back soon. Fearless. I’m more than willing to lump that in with Canelo. Munguia 19, Canelo 19.
Round 3:
Munguia comes forward looking for more. Double left hook lands. But Canelo is back. Canelo counters with a right, but Munguia also lands. Canelo steps up. Munguia looked vulnerable when his defense was lax. But he kept throwing. Munguia started a flurry in the final seconds. Munguia 29, Canelo 28.
Round 4:
Currently at the ring’s center. Neither retreating. Munguia unleashes a torrent of blows. Not quite landing, but still very good. With a right, Canelo hits Munguia unharmed. Munguia continues to be aggressive and takes some punches as a result. massive conversation. Late in the round, Canelo uses a right uppercut to finish Munguia! Munguia, though, was standing and prepared to depart. Munguia 37, Canelo 38.
Round 5:
Munguia is once more the aggressor. What a waste of that knockdown. Munguia returns to his jab, and Canelo seems prepared to deliver powerful blows. Linkages. a few times. Munguia appears a little slack or unsteady. Not entirely stable. Canelo executes a deep left. Munguia is beginning to suffer a lot, but he never stops teasing. Canelo 48, Munguia 46.
Round 6:
Canelo uses a left hook to swing for the fences. Misses. Canelo is now putting his left hook to good use. hits Munguia in the head and body, as if his fists have lost their bite. There is a Munguia combo, though. Canelo provided a defense. Munguia takes two punches before manipulating Canelo’s body. The crowd is yelling “Canelo!” Munguia 55, Canelo 58.
Round 7:
Canelo is in charge in Round 7. With a handful of power, Tags Munguia. Oh, Munguia snaps his head back. Munguia, nevertheless, is still there and continues to strike even while he is being attacked. Works Canelo into a corner now, but Canelo storms back. Munguia appears suddenly more at ease once more before to Canelo landing a flurry. Munguia 64, Canelo 68.
Round 8:
Munguia launches a barrage of blows, providing Canelo with some support. flings a powerful left hook. Misses, but Canelo might be in danger with greater accuracy. Munguia is about to arrive. The crowd is yelling Munguia. Canelo is suddenly gaining ground. Munguia 74, Canelo 77.
Round 9:
Aggressive from both combatants. Munguia delivers a combo as well as a jab. Many of those blows are deflected by Canelo. However, Munguia returns with a vengeance, and Canelo strikes back. Canelo laments the lack of a high blow. It might have happened twice. Canelo is not happy. Munguia is now pursuing the attack. has Canelo completely wrapped up, but Canelo reverses course. Here we get wild in the ninth. Munguia 84, Canelo 86.
Round 10:
Canelo exhibits remarkable punching power. Is Munguia here repairing a quarter-tank of gas? No, the punches don’t stop coming, but they’re not as strong as Canelo’s. Canelo makes a nice right, and Munguia rushes back. Munguia 93, Canelo 96.
Round 11:
Canelo returns a blow, and Munguia fires back. Munguia makes erratic swings. He is not going to give up easily. Now they’re mucking it up once more. Munguia 102, Canelo 106.
Round 12:
Munguia throws everything he has in round twelve. Canelo returns, obviously in the lead on cards, but he’s not playing it cautiously. Says the mob, “Ca-ne-lo! Ca-ne-lo!” Their man appears to be in charge. Canelo secures two enormous rights. Munguia is still standing, though. Canelo delivered a vicious combo, but Munguia still on his feet as the final bell rings. Canelo 116, Munguia 111.
Canelo Alvarez vs Jaime Munguia Scorecard:
| ROUND | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | TOTAL |
| Alvarez | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 118 |
| Munguia | 9 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 109 |