Highlights
- Canelo Alvarez to pocket a staggering $35 million, solidifying status as one of boxing’s highest-paid athletes.
- Munguia expected to secure career-high payday in showdown, focusing on delivering stellar performance.
- Despite being pegged as underdog, Munguia remains unfazed by lucrative purse, emphasizing goal of victory.
As the much-anticipated showdown between Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and Jaime Munguia draws near, boxing enthusiasts eagerly await not only the clash of titans in the ring but also the revelation of the purse each fighter will take home.
According to sources close to the negotiations, Canelo Alvarez is set to pocket a staggering $35 million from this single bout, solidifying his status as one of the sport’s highest-paid athletes. This lucrative deal comes as part of a one-fight agreement with Premier Boxing Champions, after previous negotiations for a three-fight deal fell through.
Canelo Alvarez vs. Jaime Munguia Start Time, Streaming And More
When to watch and stream Canelo Alvarez vs. Jaime Munguia on Saturday night.
On the other side of the ring, while exact figures remain undisclosed, Munguia is expected to secure the most substantial paycheck of his career. Despite the allure of the impressive purse, Munguia remains focused on the task at hand, emphasizing his determination to deliver a stellar performance and emerge victorious.
Alvarez’s track record of substantial earnings from past fights from bouts against the likes of Floyd Mayweather and Gennadiy Golovkin to his recent triumphs, including his undisputed super middleweight championship victory over Caleb Plant, Alvarez’s paydays have consistently reflected his star power.
As the betting odds sway in favor of Alvarez, with Munguia as the underdog, anticipation mounts for a night of electrifying action and a potential upset. With the odds subject to change leading up to the main event, fans and pundits alike eagerly await the moment when the fighters step into the ring to settle the score.
Canelo Alvarez vs. Jaime Munguia Betting Odds
Canelo Alvarez is the heavy favourite to defeat Jaime Munguia on Saturday night.
Jaime Munguia Anticipates Career-High Payday in Canelo Showdown
The Undefeated Mexican Is Unfazed By His Lucrative Purse
Ahead of his much-anticipated bout against boxing legend Canelo Alvarez, the purse awaiting Jaime Munguia remains shrouded in mystery. However, insiders speculate that the undefeated fighter is poised to cash in on his biggest payday yet, potentially raking in a guaranteed $10 million – a sum double his current net worth.
At just 27 years old, Munguia stands on the brink of a significant financial milestone, with projections suggesting a substantial increase in his earnings. Despite being pegged as a 4-1 underdog in the betting odds, Munguia remains unfazed by the gravity of the moment, expressing gratitude for the opportunity while maintaining focus on his ultimate goal – victory.
“Obviously, without a doubt, it’s the best purse, but thank God I’ve done very well and I’m not surprised, I’m not impressed,” remarked Munguia in an interview per Marca. “What matters to me is to go, give a good fight and win because what’s coming is going to be much better.”
