Who won Alvarez vs Lara?
Alvarez won a split decision by scores of 117-111 from Levi Martinez and 115-113 from Dave Moretti. Judge Jerry Roth scored the fight for Lara by a 115-113 tally. Many boxing writers and fans agreed with Roth’s score, and more than a few believe the fight could have been a draw.
When did Canelo Alvarez fight Lara?
Canelo vs. Lara Fight Time: PPV Start, TV Schedule and Fight Card Predictions
| Canelo vs. Lara Card and Predictions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Date | Time | TV |
| Saturday, July 12 | 9 p.m. ET | Showtime PPV |
| Fighters | Weight Class | Prediction |
| Johan Perez vs. Mauricio Herrera | Light Welterweight | Herrera by decision |
How old was Lara when he fought Canelo?
23-year-old
Lara’s movement and fast hands clearly frustrated the 23-year-old Mexican superstar, but the 31-year-old Cuban veteran may have moved a bit too much for two of the judges’ tastes. There’s no doubt that it was a tough fight to score.
What happened in Canelo Alvarez vs Erislandy Lara fight?
To the surprise of many, Alvarez accepted a fight with Erislandy Lara, a skillful southpaw, and showed vast improvement as he claimed a split decision on Saturday night before a crowd of 14,239 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
How many punches did Lara Lara hit Alvarez?
According to CompuBox punch statistics, Alvarez landed 97 of 415 punches (23 percent), including 73 percent of his power shots to the body, and Lara connected on 107 of 386 blows (28 percent). Alvarez’s shots were clearly heavier as he attacked, attacked and attacked.
What did Oscar de la Hoya think of Lara’s fight?
Oscar De La Hoya, the Golden Boy president, who has taken the day-to-day reins of the company, looked relieved and happy after the fight. “I thought it was a great performance from the opening bell,” De La Hoya said. “He literally just chased Lara and landed effective punches, great combinations and cut him over the eye.
Who is Saul Alvarez?
Alvarez (44-1-1, 31 KOs), who turns 24 on Friday, is the most important fighter under contract to Golden Boy Promotions, and the win was a huge boost for a company transition following last month’s resignation of chief executive Richard Schaefer.