#1 rated Jaime Munguia (43-0, 34 KOs) sent a message to the super middleweight division when he stopped John “The Gorilla” Ryder on Saturday night in Phoenix, a feat undisputed champion Canelo Alverez was unable to do.
“I’m really happy because I worked hard to get ready for this,” said Munguia. “I know a lot of people didn’t believe in me, and this is the result of hard work. We are ready for 168. You are correct; last time, I was just throwing punches like crazy, but this time, my timing was better. My timing was perfect. Ryder is a great fighter, and we are ready to keep on going. I’m motivated for the next fight, and it’s going to be better than this one, and it’s going to keep getting bigger. We want the best of the best at 168. We are going to be world champions. It would be a great fight amongst Mexicans, and if Canelo gives us the chance, it would be an honor to share the ring with him.”
My prediction: Canelo Vs Munguia Saturday September 14th, 2024 in Las Vegas!
morrel jr ktfo this cat in 6!
Good win for Munguia. I was not expecting a stoppage, but he got it and props to him. Munguía is one of those country-strong individuals with developing skills. A danger for the big dogs in the division.
Under Freddy Roach, who likes to polish up fighters who like to fight and go for the kill, this could be successful pairing.
I would give Munguía 2 fights with Freddy against B fighters to tweak things up a bit before going to the very top of the division.
1 goo outing isnt going to convince me let him let him fight the other Charlo net then Morrell or Berlenga then maybe cash out against Canelo IMO he still doesnt have the skills or defense to beat Canelo
Munguia is getting what each boxer dreams: big paydays. Berlanga is a big and 100% winnable fight, then he can try Caleb Plant, if he succeed, next could be Canelo
he may not beat Canelo but damn it will be a slugfest
I like this kid. He works hard, keeps improving, and has the skill set to give anyone a difficult night. I’d like to see him in with Canelo, but I think I’d have to put my money on Canelo to win that one.
This boy will be murdered by both Mbilli and Morrell. He wants the best at 168. We shall see. And I have not mentioned Benevidez. Technically speaking, Munguia is a dead man walking.
Agree, Benevidez will smash his face the rest of the way in for him.