Smith: "Munguia Has Defense Issues"

In the early hours of May 5 in Las Vegas, USA, Mexican undisputed super middleweight (up to 76,2 kg) champion Saúl Álvarez (60-2-2, 39 KOs) will defend his title against fellow Mexican Jaime Munguia (43-0, 34 KOs).

Former world champion Liam Smith, who has fought both boxers, commented on the upcoming event.

"Jaime is very good offensively, but he has problems in defense. I think this will be significant in the fight. It's a very good fight. Munguia will have many moments, and the question is how Canelo will handle it. Because Munguia will throw long combinations of three, four, five, six, or seven punches. But Canelo will counter and make his opponent pay for most mistakes. Álvarez should take advantage.

I think Canelo will win this fight. I truly believe he can even stop Jaime. Plus, he wants to prove a lot right now, so he will be aiming for a convincing victory. As I've said, Munguia makes a lot of mistakes, and fighting against a fighter with such an IQ is very dangerous," Smith said.

Liam Smith faced Saúl Álvarez in September 2016 and lost by knockout. In July 2018, he lost by unanimous decision to Jaime Munguia.