Mexican boxing superstar Saul “Canelo” Alvarez successfully defended his unified super middleweight world title with a dominant unanimous decision victory over challenger Edgar Berlanga in Las Vegas. Alvarez showcased his experience and skill throughout the 12-round fight, knocking down Berlanga in the third round and controlling the pace of the match. Despite Berlanga’s defiant attitude, he was unable to find the stoppage he had predicted, ultimately losing to Alvarez, who improved his record to 62-2-2 (39 KOs).
The victory on Mexican Independence Day weekend added another accolade to Alvarez’s impressive career, as he retained his World Boxing Association, World Boxing Council, and World Boxing Organization belts. The partisan crowd of over 20,000 fans at T-Mobile Arena cheered on Alvarez as he demonstrated why he is considered one of the best fighters in the world. Alvarez’s next steps are still uncertain, as he plans to take some time to rest with his family before deciding on his next opponent.
In the undercard, Erislandy Lara retained his WBA middleweight world title with a ninth-round stoppage of Danny Garcia, showcasing his boxing skills despite the slow pace of the fight. Lara improved his record to 31-3-3 with 19 knockouts, while Garcia fell to 37-4. The night was filled with action-packed bouts and memorable moments, cementing Alvarez’s status as a boxing legend and setting the stage for his future in the sport.
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