In what is being touted as a clash of two boxing juggernauts, Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez is set to face one of his most formidable opponents yet, fellow Mexican powerhouse Jaime Munguia. With a record boasting 66 wins, 2 losses, and 2 draws, Alvarez is no stranger to high-stakes battles, yet this encounter promises to test his mettle like never before.
The Stakes Couldn't Be Higher
For Alvarez, a fighter who has reached the pinnacle of boxing royalty, this fight is more than a test of skill — it's a chance to fortify his legacy. Munguia, an undefeated force with a 43-0 record, including 34 knockouts, poses a significant threat in the super middleweight division. He's been eyeing a bout against one of the sport's elite, and now he has his opportunity.
A Legacy Cemented in Gold
Canelo's journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. From his risky fight against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2013 to his $25 million payday against Amir Khan in 2016, he has consistently proven his worth inside the ring. His undisputed super middleweight championship win against Caleb Plant, which netted him $40 million, and the $45 million purse from his trilogy bout with Gennadiy Golovkin, which added a reported $100 million from pay-per-view sales, have cemented his place among boxing's financial elite.
Tonight, as Alvarez steps into the ring, he does so with a guaranteed $35 million, further padding his impressive $280 million net worth, as reported by Forbes.
Endorsements and Earnings: The Canelo Empire
Canelo's financial prowess extends beyond the ropes. With endorsements from brands like Everlast, Hennesy, Under Armour, and Tecate, and a past association with Golden Boy Promotions, his off-ring endeavors have been just as lucrative. With roughly $200 million amassed from endorsements alone, Alvarez's financial acumen is on full display.
The Battle for Supremacy
As the boxing world turns its eyes to tonight's epic showdown, the question on everyone's mind is whether Munguia's perfect record will survive the Canelo test. Or will Alvarez further his claim as one of the greatest to ever lace up gloves? One thing is certain: the spirit of competition burns fiercely in both fighters, and neither will settle for anything less than victory.
Editor: Emiliia Morozova
Boxing
Oleksandr Usyk will lose the IBF title before the rematch with Tyson FuryBoxing
Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury in an intense match in RiyadhBoxing
Oleksandr Usyk Triumphs Over Tyson Fury to Become the Undisputed Heavyweight ChampionBoxing
Oleksandr Usyk becomes absolute world champion after defeating Tyson Fury in RiyadhBoxing
Usyk's historic victory over Fury: Friendly conversation after the matchBoxing
Oleksandr Usyk Becomes Undisputed Champion After Emotional Victory Over Tyson FuryBoxing
Oleksandr Usyk became the absolute world champion in super heavyweight: a historic victory over Tyson FuryBoxing
Oleksandr Usyk arrived at the stadium with his daughter's talisman before the fight with Tyson FuryBoxing
Mauricio Suleiman: "Ukrainian veterans are heroes of humanity"Boxing
Jay Opetaia: "Fury vs. Usyk - a battle of intellects and physical endurance"Boxing
Drake Places $1 Million Bet on Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia ShowdownBoxing
Usyk vs Fury: Battle for the absolute world champion in RiyadhBoxing
Denys Berynchyk vs. Emanuel Navarrete: Battle for the WBO ChampionshipBoxing
Tyson Fury pushes Oleksandr Usyk at the weigh-in ceremony: expect a historic fight on May 18Boxing
Tyson Fury's Father John Fury's Shocking Headbutt Incident with Usyk's Team MemberBoxing
Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: Real Fight or WWE-Style Drama?Boxing
Mayweather to Face Ortiz Again: A Rematch 13 Years in the MakingBoxing
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: Unexpected Questions and Unseen Drama at Pre-Fight Press ConferenceBoxing
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: The Ultimate Showdown Set for July 20Boxing
Tyson Fury Reveals Financial Motivation for Showdown with Oleksandr UsykBoxing
Jake Paul to Face Mike Tyson in Texas: A Clash of Generations in BoxingBoxing
Apollonia Llewellyn: From Ring Girl to Social Media Sensation in Santorini