Saul "Canelo" Alvarez vs. Jaime Munguia: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

It's a clash of Mexican titans in Las Vegas this Cinco de Mayo weekend. Number four Pound-for-pound boxer Saul "Canelo" Alvarez puts his undisputed super-middleweight titles on the line against the unbeaten challenger, Jaime Munguia. The T-Mobile Arena will be electric as these two warriors step into the ring. According to the bookmakers, Canelo is the heavy favorite, but Munguia has a chance to cause an upset.

BOXING: WBO, IBF, WBC, and WBA Super-middleweight championship

Where to watch: PPV (DAZN, Amazon)

Venue: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas

Date: 05.05.2024 06:30

Canelo Alvarez boasts a legendary career, with a record of 39 KOs from 60 victories. The 33-year-old superstar is coming off a dominant win against Jermell Charlo in September 2023. He's only ever lost to the great Floyd Mayweather and light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol. Canelo's exceptional skills and experience make him a must-watch fighter, even if some fans are calling for him to face tougher competition. Canelo is a future Hall of Famer and has won three on the bounce since his 2022 setback against Bivol. The Mexican star went the distance in his wins over Gennady Golovkin, John Ryder, and Jermell Charlo.

• Age: 33
• Height: 5' 8"
• Reach: 70.5"
• Weight: 168 Ibs (76kg)
• Record: 60-2-2

Munguia, the challenger, is an undefeated young gun with a perfect record of 43-0 (34 KOs). Standing six feet tall, the 27-year-old Tijuana boxer boasts a heavy hand and a come-forward fighting style. While Munguia has racked up an impressive number of wins, his opposition hasn't been on par with Canelo's. This fight is a significant step up for Munguia, and the odds heavily favor the more experienced champion.

• Age: 27
• Height: 6' 0"
• Reach: 72"
• Weight: 168 Ibs (76kg)
• Record: 43-0

Jaime Munguia is a 4.75 underdog on Bet365, which prices a decision for Saul "Canelo" Alvarez at 1.80 odds. 1.74 is the price for a unanimous decision victory for the winner on 1XBET with a bet for No to the fight going the distance available at 2.65 odds. Alvarez by KO is 3.15 odds on Betway, with the Munguia by decision available at 9.00 odds. Read more here.