Saul “Canelo” Álvarez, the undisputed super middleweight champion, will step into the ring with his fellow Mexican fighter, Jaime Munguía, over the Cinco De Mayo weekend. While there is a mutual respect between the boxers, Canelo’s drive to secure a victory over Munguia, one of Oscar De La Hoya’s fighters, is fueled by a fued with his previous promotor.
Álvarez has been outspoken about his deep-seated animosity with his former promoter and Munguía’s current co-promoter, De La Hoya’s Golden Boy Promotions. The tension, which has been simmering for years, has now reached its boiling point, infusing Saturday’s fight.
De La Hoya and Álvarez had a complex business relationship for a decade, which ended in 2020 with a legal dispute. Álvarez sued De La Hoya for breach of contract and other claims, leading to a bitter separation. This history of conflict and tension, which was evident during the pre-fight weigh-in when De La Hoya claimed he built Álvarez, sparking a heated reaction from the champion.
“The only thing he comes to do is steal attention from Jaime Munguía,” Álvarez said. “He doesn’t come to promote you.” Álvarez’s words reflected the resentment he holds towards De La Hoya, who he has claimed has stolen from his fighters, including himself.
Here is everything you need to know about Álvarez ahead of Saturday’s bout:
Boxing: Canelo Álvarez vs. Jaime Munguia: Predictions, odds, fight card and how to watch
What is Canelo’s record?
A native of Guadalajara, Mexico, Álvarez has won titles in four different weight divisions and is currently the undisputed super middleweight champion.
Álvarez has a record of 60-2-2 with 39 knockouts.
How old is Canelo Alvarez?
Álvarez began his professional boxing career at the age of 15, and was signed at the age of 20 to De La Hoya’s Golden Boy Promotions. He has been in the sport for 18 years. He is currently 33 years old and will face the younger Munguía, who is 27 years old.
How much does Canelo weigh?
Álvarez, the best pound-for-pound boxer in the sport, will compete with Munguía for the undisputed super middleweight title at 168 pounds.
What is Canelo’s net worth?
Celebrity Net Worth reports Álvarez’s net worth to be $250 million. Apart from his professional boxing career, Álvarez has established a remarkable business portfolio and is the owner of a chain of gas stations and convenience stores in Mexico.
Canelo Álvarez vs. Jaime Munguía odds, betting line
Canelo is the clear favorite to beat Jaime Munguia on Saturday, according to BetMGM.
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How to watch Canelo Álvarez vs. Jaime Munguia fight
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When: Saturday, May 4, 2024
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Time: Main card begins 8 p.m. ET
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Where: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
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Streaming: DAZN, PPV.com, Amazon Prime PPV
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PPV Cost: $89.99
How to watch: Purchase the Canelo Álvarez vs. Jaime Munguia fight on DAZN
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