On September 17th, 2016, Mexican boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez made a triumphant return to his home country, defeating British boxer Liam Smith by unanimous decision in a highly anticipated fight. The bout, which was held at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, was the first time Canelo had fought in Mexico since 2011.
The fight was a classic matchup between two powerful boxers. Canelo, who is known for his aggressive style and powerful punches, was the favorite going into the fight. Smith, on the other hand, had a more defensive approach and was looking to use his superior reach to keep Canelo at bay.
The fight started off with a bang as both fighters traded punches and tried to establish their dominance. Canelo was able to land some hard shots early on, but Smith was able to keep him at bay with his superior reach. As the fight progressed, Canelo began to take control and landed some devastating blows that rocked Smith.
In the end, Canelo was able to outlast Smith and win by unanimous decision. All three judges scored the fight in favor of Canelo, with two of them giving him a wide margin of victory. With the win, Canelo improved his record to 48-1-1 and solidified his place as one of the best boxers in the world.
The victory was especially meaningful for Canelo, as it marked his return to Mexico after five years away. The crowd of over 51,000 people erupted in cheers as Canelo was declared the winner, and he celebrated with his fans by throwing his arms up in triumph.
Canelo’s victory over Smith was a testament to his skill and determination as a boxer. He showed that he can still compete with the best in the world and that he is still one of the top fighters in the sport. His win also showed that he is still a force to be reckoned with in the boxing world and that he is still one of the most popular fighters in Mexico.
Canelo Alvarez’s victory over Liam Smith was a huge moment for both him and Mexican boxing fans. It showed that he is still one of the best boxers in the world and that he can still compete with the best. His win also showed that he is still one of the most popular fighters in Mexico and that he is still a force to be reckoned with in the boxing world.
