"Mexican vs. Mexican is always a huge event, it hasn't been like this in a long time. It's great that this opportunity went to a fighter who deserved it, a fighter like Jaime. I'm very happy that two Mexicans will meet in such a great boxing match," said Alvarez.
The confrontation between Canelo and Munguia will take place on May 5 in Las Vegas, USA. At stake will be Alvarez's super middleweight titles.
In his last fight, Canelo won a unanimous decision over Charlo. And Munguia won by TKO over Ryder in his last fight.