By Ricardo Lezama 
While the much-anticipated Mexican vs Mexican showdown is set for May 4, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV, the details of the fight are emerging, and fans are certain to be pleased. There is no real weight limit the day of the fight, which means that they may have a fight with size and strength at their maximum.
Rehydration
In boxing and MMA, the weight of an individual is a big factor. High performance is demanded of athletes in boxing, and their weigh-in limit, the maximum weight that they can log the day before of the fight, is key prior to the actual bout. If they struggle to make that specific weight, and, have to resort to simply dehydration and food deprivation a few days prior, then the actual bout will prove to be difficult because while they may have a very high weight that will help in the early rounds with respect to power punching.
However, in the long run, the weight of the individual can cut down their speed and endurance. Eventually, the weight becomes too much, and fatigue can lead to lethargic responses towards the championship rounds.
When Is the Canelo-Munguia Fight?
The fight is set to take place on May 4th, 2024, with Canelo defending his undisputed 168lb champion status against the game, undefeated, Jaime Munguia. The issue at hand is that while some were calling for a showdown with David Benavidez, the 2-division champion status of Munguia made him the more appealing Mexican. Munguia also has the larger fanbase in Mexico, which almost guarantees an intense reaction and engagement from the boxing community there.
Additionally, Munguia knocked out a shared opponent with Canelo: John Ryder, which made the fight all the more intriguing since Canelo did not knock out the British contender.
Betting Odds
As of the time of this writing, Pennsylvania betting markets make Canelo a -450 favorite, with a +188 odds for a KO victory on his part against the Tijuanense, Jaime Munguia.