Jaime Munguia reclaimed his pride and showcased his resilience on Friday night in Riyadh, securing a unanimous decision victory over Bruno Surace. The bout marked a critical turning point for Munguia, who had suffered a devastating knockout loss to Surace in December.
Determined to rewrite the narrative, Munguia came prepared with a refined strategy, focusing on body punches to wear down his opponent while steering clear of Surace’s dangerous right hand. The judges delivered a decisive verdict, scoring the fight 117-111, 117-111, and 116-112 in Munguia’s favor.
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From the opening bell, Munguia demonstrated an improved defensive game plan, skillfully avoiding Surace’s power shots while setting up his own attacks with precision. Through the first half of the fight, Munguia relied on his agility and timing to disrupt Surace’s rhythm, using a double jab to create openings and following up with sharp hooks to the body.
Surace, though persistent in seeking a knockout, found limited success landing his signature right hand, as Munguia’s movement and high guard neutralized much of the threat.
In the championship rounds, Munguia ramped up the pressure, delivering a relentless assault that left Surace unable to mount a meaningful comeback. He executed his corner’s instructions with precision, feinting to set up clean right-hand counters and targeting the body to sap Surace’s stamina.
Speaking after the fight, Munguia emphasized the emotional weight of the victory: “I needed this win after December’s defeat. This was about proving to myself and my team that I belong at the top.” With this victory, Munguia not only avenged his prior loss but also cemented his status as a determined and evolving force in the boxing world.
