Canelo Alvarez’s Five Most Impressive Performances on Cinco de Mayo Weekend

Cinco De Mayo, the festival that celebrates the Mexican army's triumph over the French army on May 5, 1862 has become synonymous with big boxing fights. Let's take a look at Canelo's best performance on Cinco De Mayo.

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Canelo Alvarez vs. Amir Khan

Canelo won the bout against Amir Khan on May 7, 2016, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. A historical photo of Canelo kneeling down after the victory shows his respect for his opponent. 

Canelo Alvarez vs. Shane Mosley


On May 5, 2012, a young Canelo took on the experienced Shane Mosley at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Canelo dominated Mosley throughout the fight, but could not secure the knockdown against the American.

Canelo Alvarez vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

On May 6, 2017, Canelo fought Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. on Cinco De Mayo weekend. Canelo was able to secure the decision victory over his fellow Mexican.


Canelo Alvarez vs. James Kirkland


Canelo won the bout against Kirkland on May 9, 2015, at the Minute Maid Park, Houston in a heroic way. Alvarez won the bout in the third round via a knockout.

Canelo Alvarez vs. Billy Joe Saunders 

Alvarez unified the middleweight titles with an eight-round stoppage win over Saunders on 8th May in Arlington Texas at the AT&T stadium. 


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