On Friday, September 20, Jaime Munguía (44-1, 35 KOs) returned to winning ways with an impressive stoppage victory against the previously undefeated Armenian-born fighter Erik Bazinyan (32-1-1, 23 KOs) in the main event of a Top Rank Promotions card at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale. Fans in the United States could catch the action on Sports Allowance+, while those in the United Kingdom could watch on Sky Sports.
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Jaime Munguía vs. Erik Bazinyan Recap
The opening round started slowly, with both fighters looking to establish their jab. Bazinyan landed an eye-catching right hand, while Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan countered with a nice-looking left hand. Over the next two rounds, both fighters were sharp with their punches. Bazinyan landed a nice counter left in the second round, while the Mexican fighter applied good pressure in the third round, picking his punches impressively.
Rounds four and five saw Munguía continue to apply pressure and have small pockets of success, but Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan jab was eye-catching and effective. The Armenian-born fighter impressed with the accuracy of his work, which was edging most of the rounds in his favor.
Round six was a much better round for the Tijuana native. Munguía pressured his opponent effectively, landing some eye-catching combinations that hurt Bazinyan, especially the work to the body.
Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan Dominates in Later Rounds
Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan took over in the seventh round, landing hooks and jabs, and several combinations that sent Bazinyan stumbling to the ring ropes. Bazinyan hit Munguía with a couple of jabs to the head that had the crowd groaning, but Munguía took those shots and took care of business.
The top-five super middleweight contender, whose only career loss was to Canelo Alvarez in May, was the more accurate puncher and landed more power punches. Bazinyan, who’d never faced anyone the caliber of Munguía, hung tough but couldn’t keep the always-charging Munguía off of him.
In the end, Bazinyan couldn’t keep up with Munguía’s relentless pressure. In the 10th round, Munguía knocked him down. The 10-count was administered, and Bazinyan could not get up.
“I felt like I was winning. I felt he was very frustrated with my jab, right hand, and counters,” Bazinyan said. “He was getting tired. All of a sudden, I got caught. I don’t know what happened there.”
Munguía Eyes Future Opponents
Munguía mentioned Edgar Berlanga or Caleb Plant as potential future opponents, which could pave the way for a rematch with Alvarez.
“We had to break him down and be careful with shots to the body,” Munguía said in Spanish. “And in the 10th round, that’s when I decided to come out with everything. And that’s how we got the knockout.”
Other Notable Fights on the Card
Richard Torrez Jr. Earns Win by Disqualification
Richard Torrez Jr., aiming to be the next American heavyweight champion, secured a win by disqualification in the fifth round against Joey Dawejko. Dawejko was disqualified for too many losses of the mouthpiece, leading to a frustrated crowd. Torrez, now 11-0, remains focused on his goal.
Emiliano Fernando Vargas Shines with 5th-Round TKO
Emiliano Fernando Vargas, a 20-year-old junior welterweight prospect, impressed the crowd with a 5th-round TKO over Larry Fryers. Despite dealing with a hand injury, Vargas executed a solid game plan and improved his record to 12-0 with 10 knockouts.
Charly Suarez Wins WBO Interim Title
Charly Suarez of the Philippines earned a third-round TKO over Jorge Castañeda, securing the WBO International junior lightweight title. Suarez was in control from the start, finishing the fight with a left-right combination that knocked down Castañeda.
Ricardo Fernandez Stuns with Knockout Upset
Bolivian Ricardo Fernandez, with a 15-13 record, stunned previously undefeated rising prospect Alan Garcia with a fifth-round knockout. The upset was a highlight of the night, with Fernandez running around the ring in excitement after the win.
DJ Zamora Secures Hard-Fought Win
DJ Zamora of Las Vegas won a unanimous decision over Gerardo Antonio Perez in a hard-fought junior lightweight bout. The fight went the full eight rounds, with Zamora emerging as the clear winner.
Early Bouts See Impressive Victories
The early bouts featured impressive victories, including Jorge Garcia Perez’s first-round knockout, Steven Navarro’s third-round TKO, and Sebastian Hernandez’s fourth-round TKO. The crowd was energized by the performances, setting the stage for the main event.
Jaime Munguia will look to return to winning ways this September when he faces off with the unbeaten Erik Bazinyan in a hotly anticipated encounter from Glendale, Arizona, United States.
The former undefeated number-one contender could not topple Canelo Alvarez when the pair finally met in May. Despite going the distance, he lost by unanimous decision to his rival. That result has left Munguia looking to restore his credentials ahead of potentially another shot at the unified super middleweight crown. However, he will need to get the better of an opponent who has designs on the top of the division himself.
Jaime Munguia Record
Jaime Munguia has a near-flawless record since turning professional, though his lone blemish came in his most recent bout when he was held to a split decision draw by Shakeel Phinn in a late spring clash earlier this year. He will have high hopes that he can go one better and topple one of the strongest fighters in his weight class when they meet, but with so much at stake, both men will know one false move could prove to be the end of their ambitions.
Event Details
It’s shaping up to be an entertaining night of boxing action, but how can you ensure you don’t miss a moment? Here are all the details on Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan.
When will Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan take place?
- Date: September 20
- Venue: Desert Diamond Arena
- How to watch: Sports Allowance+
Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan will fight on Saturday, September 20, at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, United States. The undercard is set to begin at 19:00 ET, while the ringwalks for the main fight are anticipated around 22:00 ET.
How to Watch Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan
In the United States, coverage of Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan will be shown and streamed through Sports Allowance and Sports Allowance+. Offering coverage from all Sports Allowance channels, including Sports Allowance, Sports Allowance2, and Sports Allowance3, Sports Allowance+ allows customers to access a wide variety of content for just $10.99 per month.
Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan Fight Card
| Weight Class | Main Card |
|---|---|
| Super Middleweight | Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan |
| Junior Lightweight | Andres Cortes vs Charly Suarez |
| Heavyweight | Richard Torrez Jr. vs Joey Dawejko |
| Junior Welterweight | Emiliano Vargas vs Larry Fryers |
| Super Lightweight | Art Barrera Jr. vs Jose Belloso |
| Super Bantamweight | Sebastian Hernandez vs Yonfrez Parejo |
| Super Flyweight | Steven Navarro vs Oscar Arroyo |
Professional Boxing Stats
Jaime Munguia
- Age: 27
- Height: 6ft 0in
- Reach: 72″
- Total fights: 44
- Record: 43-1 (34 KOs)
Erik Bazinyan
- Age: 29
- Height: 6ft 1in
- Reach: 73″
- Total fights: 33
- Record: 32-0-1 (23 KOs)
FAQs:
When will Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan take place?
The fight will take place on September 20 at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, United States.
How can I watch Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan?
In the United States, the fight will be shown and streamed through Sports Allowance and Sports Allowance+.
What is the fight card for Jaime Munguia vs Erik Bazinyan?
The main card includes fights in various weight classes, such as Super Middleweight, Junior Lightweight, Heavyweight, Junior Welterweight, Super Lightweight, Super Bantamweight, and Super Flyweight.
What are Jaime Munguia’s professional boxing stats?
Jaime Munguia is 27 years old, stands at 6ft 0in with a 72″ reach, and has a record of 43-1 with 34 knockouts.
What are Erik Bazinyan’s professional boxing stats?
Erik Bazinyan is 29 years old, stands at 6ft 1in with a 73″ reach, and has a record of 32-0-1 with 23 knockouts.
