Canelo Alvarez, the undisputed champion in the super middleweight division, is currently in negotiations with Jaime Munguia for a highly anticipated fight on May 4th. This bout has the potential to be a major event in both the United States and Mexico.
According to Salvador Rodriguez of ESPN Knockout, Munguia (43-0, 34 KOs) and Canelo (60-2-2, 39 KOs) are currently engaged in talks for a fight in May. If this fight comes to fruition, it could potentially be available for viewers on platforms such as Amazon Prime PPV and DAZN.
Salvador Rodriguez stated, “Jaime Munguía has returned to the negotiating table for a possible fight against Canelo Álvarez in May.”
Munguia recently showcased his skills with a ninth-round knockout victory over John Ryder on January 27th. Following the fight, Munguia respectfully called out Canelo in the ring, showing his desire to face him without resorting to trash talk.
This development indicates that Canelo has had a change of heart regarding a potential matchup with Jermall Charlo in May, contrary to what some had speculated.
WBC interim super middleweight champion David Benavidez, along with his father and trainer Jose Sr., have long been advocating for a fight against Canelo. With Canelo potentially facing Munguia, it presents an opportunity for Benavidez to finally get his shot at the champion.
The clash between Canelo and Munguia is expected to generate significant excitement in Mexico, where both fighters enjoy a large and passionate fan base. However, Munguia has yet to gain the same level of popularity among casual fans in the United States, mainly due to limited exposure.
Throughout his 11-year professional career, Munguia has amassed an impressive 43-0 record with the assistance of Golden Boy and his promoter. However, critics have often pointed out the perceived lack of quality opponents on Munguia’s resume.
If Canelo successfully takes on Munguia in May, it is likely that he will then consider a matchup against Benavidez in September. This would be the logical progression for Canelo, unless he decides to face Jermall instead during that time.
In such a scenario, Benavidez would be left disappointed, hoping for a future opportunity to face Canelo, potentially in 2025 if a new contract with PBC is signed and they opt to extend their agreement with the Mexican superstar.
According to the Source boxingnews24.com