The T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas was the epicenter of the boxing world as Canelo Alvarez (60-2-2, 39 KOs) was defending his undisputed super middleweight championship against Jermell Charlo (35-2-1, 19 KOs).
In the main event, Canelo Alvarez showcased his boxing prowess, securing a unanimous decision over Jermell Charlo. Despite knocking Charlo down in the seventh round, Canelo’s performance raised eyebrows, with some speculating that age might be catching up to the 33-year-old Mexican sensation.
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The co-main event saw junior middleweight contender Erickson “The Hammer” Lubin (26-2, 18 KOs) clinch a controversial unanimous decision over the previously unbeaten Jesus Ramos (20-1, 16 KOs) for the WBC Diamond title. Many fans and pundits believed Ramos had done enough to secure the victory, but the judges saw it differently.
The undercard was packed with action and notable performances. Mario Barrios (28-2, 18 KOs) showcased his skills, defeating former WBA welterweight champion Yordenis Ugas (27-6, 12 KOs) in a unanimous decision to capture the WBC interim title. Barrios managed to drop Ugas twice during the bout, solidifying his victory. Elijah Garcia (16-0, 13 KOs) delivered a standout performance, stopping Armando Resendiz (14-2, 10 KOs) in the eighth round of their middleweight bout. Garcia’s power and precision were on full display, marking him as a fighter to watch in the division.
Heavyweight contender Frank Sanchez (23-0, 16 KOs) maintained his unbeaten record with a fourth-round knockout over Scott Alexander. Despite the win, comparisons to other heavyweights raised questions about Sanchez's true potential in the division. Former WBC light heavyweight champion Oleksandr Gvozdyk (20-1, 16 KOs) continued his comeback journey with a second-round knockout over Isaac Rodriguez (28-5, 22 KOs). Gvozdyk’s performance signaled his intent to reclaim his position at the top of the light heavyweight division.
The event also featured notable wins for Terrell Gausha, Gabriel Valenzuela, and others, making it a night to remember for boxing fans worldwide.
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