LAS VEGAS — Saul Alvarez continues to reign supreme as the undisputed Super Middleweight champion, solidifying his status as the face of boxing with another impressive victory. In his fifth fight defending the crown, Alvarez faced Jaime Munguia and knocked him down in the fourth round, although Munguia managed to beat the count and ultimately lost by a decision.
As the most profitable boxer in the sport right now, Alvarez holds all the cards when it comes to choosing his next opponent. With a clear message that he will fight anyone if the price is right, the spotlight now turns to a potential showdown with rising star David Benavidez, who has been making waves with his dominating performances.
Despite calls for Alvarez to face Benavidez, the Mexican boxer has remained adamant that he can do whatever he wants after all he has accomplished in his career. While there is no doubt about Alvarez’s legacy and credentials as an all-time great, the pressure is mounting for him to give the fans the fights they want to see.
Fellow pound-for-pound star Terence Crawford has also thrown his hat into the ring, expressing interest in a potential matchup with Alvarez. With both boxers showing interest in a showdown, the possibility of a Canelo-Crawford fight in the near future is becoming more likely.
Regardless of who Alvarez chooses to face next, one thing is clear – he will continue to call the shots and do things on his own terms. Whether it’s a battle with Benavidez, Crawford, or another top contender like Edgar Berlanga, Canelo Alvarez remains in control of his destiny in the boxing world.