This rematch came after Surace knocked out Munguia in Tijuana a few months ago. The win gives new life to Munguia's career after two consecutive defeats.
Munguia, hailing from Tijuana, started the fight cautiously, keeping his distance from the French boxer. Surace showed good footwork and used feints effectively in the early rounds.
As the fight progressed to the middle rounds, Munguia began to wear down Surace's defense. He chased his opponent around the ring, often putting him against the ropes. Surace tried to evade Munguia's combinations but found himself cornered more frequently.
The seventh round saw Surace evening things up, warning Munguia with some dangerous swings. However, Munguia had his best round in the ninth, cornering Surace against the ropes and landing several combinations to the body.
In the final rounds, both fighters showed signs of exhaustion. Munguia attempted to secure a knockout but couldn't land the decisive blow. Unlike their previous encounter in Tijuana, where Surace knocked out Munguia, this time the Mexican fighter couldn't return the favor.
The judges saw Munguia's superiority throughout the fight, leading to the unanimous decision in his favor. This victory will likely give Munguia a much-needed boost of confidence after his recent struggles in the ring.
For Munguia, this win represents more than just adding another victory to his record. It allows him to move past his recent defeats and gain a sense of calm as he looks to rebuild his career momentum.