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Canelo Álvarez is challenged days before the fight of the year in Las Vegas

Posted on 01/05/2024 at 19:42
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Canelo Álvarez is challenged before Las Vegas fight (PHOTO: The Associated Press)
  • Canelo Álvarez is challenged before Las Vegas fight.
  • Who wants to meet him in the ring?
  • Charlo seeks revenge.

On Saturday, Saúl ‘Canelo’ Álvarez, one of today’s most prominent boxers, will face Tijuana native Jaime Munguía, in an exciting match at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

The last time Álvarez stepped into this ring was in September of last year when he faced Jermell Charlo.

Canelo aims to solidify his position as the undisputed super middleweight champion for the fourth time after defeating various notable fighters. This time, his opponent is Jaime Munguía, who is sure to aim for an upset in the ring.

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Canelo Álvarez is challenged in the ring

Jermall Charlo, an American boxer and brother of Jermell, has reiterated his intention to face Canelo Álvarez in the ring this coming September.

His motivation is clear: to avenge his brother’s defeat by the boxer from Guadalajara in 2023.

«I’m going to fight Canelo. I’m going to avenge my brother in September. We still don’t know where the fight will be,» he said on social media.

«Right now, I’m having a good time, but we’re going to fight,» Jermall Charlo said, challenging the Mexican boxer days before his match.

Jermall Charlo wants revenge

Despite having been away from the ring for the last year, Jermall Charlo continues to hold the middleweight championship of the World Boxing Council (WBC),

Thus, he has maintained his position as one of the main contenders at 160 pounds.

His determination to avenge his brother’s defeat is evident, and he is ready to return to the ring to achieve it.

«I’m going to retire. It’s too much for me, I have to look after my kids. I’m okay now, I’m on my way out. I don’t enjoy this anymore. If you don’t love this sport, then it’s not for you. I’m debating that with myself. I want out,» Jermall Charlo declared.

The fight of the year

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Jermall Charlo was expected to face Canelo’ Álvarez in September 2023, as both are in the middleweight division,

However, it was his brother Jermell who took up the challenge and was defeated by the talented Mexican boxer, according to Excelsior.

This showdown between Canelo’ Álvarez and Jaime Munguía promises to be an exciting spectacle for boxing fans.

Two Mexican fighters, each with their own style and skills, will face off on one of the most iconic stages in Las Vegas, aiming to give their all in the ring and emerge victorious.

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