Canelo Alvarez, often regarded as one of the finest boxers of our time, reaffirmed his supremacy in the ring with a commanding victory over fellow undisputed champion Jermell Charlo. This historic clash took place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, and it left no room for doubt – Canelo Alvarez remains the undisputed king of boxing.
In a battle that pitted two male undisputed champions against each other in the four-belt era, Alvarez showcased his boxing prowess by outclassing Charlo, who had stepped up two weight classes in pursuit of another undisputed title. Alvarez, defending his super middleweight championships against the undisputed junior middleweight champion, displayed remarkable skill and dominance throughout the fight.
Charlo, known for his power, found himself outmatched as Alvarez applied constant pressure, effectively cutting off the ring and landing punishing body shots. Alvarez's calculated aggression slowed Charlo's movement, ultimately leading to a pivotal moment in the seventh round. A thunderous right hand followed by a precise uppercut forced Charlo to take a knee, securing a knockdown and firmly establishing Alvarez's control of the fight.
The judges at the T-Mobile Arena unanimously scored the bout in favor of Alvarez, with final tallies of 119-108, 118-109, and 118-109. With this victory, Canelo Alvarez not only earned his 60th professional win but also achieved a remarkable feat as the first boxer in the modern era to defend his undisputed championship three times.
From the early moments of the fight, it was evident that Alvarez had little regard for Charlo's power, which emboldened him to pursue an aggressive strategy. His relentless pressure, coupled with precise punches, highlighted his boxing brilliance. Charlo, attempting to be great by challenging Alvarez in a higher weight class, ultimately found himself outclassed.
In the aftermath of this historic clash, Canelo Alvarez declared, 'Nobody can beat this Canelo.' His dominant performance reaffirmed his status as one of the sport's true legends.