Canelo Alvarez returns for another Cinco De Mayo weekend fight tonight when he defends his undisputed world titles against Jaime Munguia.
Alvarez is unbeaten in his last three fights since coming up short in his bid to become a light-heavyweight world champion again when he faced Dmitry Bivol two years ago. The fight build-up has been overshadowed by Alvarez clashing with former promoter Oscar De La Hoya as the pair butted heads in an expletive-fuelled argument.
Munguia is unbeaten in 43 fights but faces a big step up in competition against Alvarez. The 27-year-old will be a familiar face for UK fans having previously come out on top against the likes of John Ryder and Liam Smith. So here's all you need to know about tonight's fights...
Ring walks for Alvarez's world title clash against Munguia are expected to take place at 4am on Sunday morning, with the opening bell sounding just after that. The undercard action will get underway at 1am on pay-per-view, but all fight times are subject to change.
Alvarez vs Munguia is being broadcast live exclusively on DAZN pay-per-view and will cost UK fans £19.99. New subscribers can earn a free month of access to DAZN if they buy the pay-per-view and sign up on a 12-month fixed term contract, with a monthly subscription starting at £14.99.
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Alvarez 1/6
Munguia 9/2
Draw 25/1
Alvarez: "This is going to be a great Mexican war. Munguia and I both come to win, but I am going to win and win decisively. The fans are really going to enjoy Saturday night and I’m proud to make history with two Mexican fighters fighting for all four belts. I feel better than ever and I’m ready for this fight. I don’t know how many rounds it’s going to go, but the Mexican fans are going to love this fight. I don’t care about experiences vs. youth, I’m Canelo. I have everything I need to win and I know exactly what I need to do."
Munguia: “I’m so happy and excited that this fight is almost here. My team has been behind me the whole way and all the fans can expect a full out Mexican war. Make sure to tune in, you will not be disappointed. Canelo has a great deal of experience and has faced great fighters. I may not have the same resume, but I have youth on my side. I’m glad that he wants to knock me out, because I come with the same mentality. I’m gonna knock him out. It’s gonna be a great fight."
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