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CANELO ALVAREZ (MEXICO) vs JAMES KIRKLAND (USA) Fight | BRUTAL KNOCKOUT!

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On May 9, 2015, at Minute Maid Park in Houston, Texas, USA, Mexican star Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez faced hard-hitting American contender James Kirkland in an explosive junior middleweight showdown. Coming into the fight, Canelo was 44–1–1 (31 KOs), while Kirkland held a record of 32–1 (28 KOs). The action started immediately, with both fighters exchanging heavy shots. Canelo's superior accuracy and timing quickly became apparent, and he scored a knockdown in the first round with a powerful combination. Kirkland survived and continued pressing forward, creating a thrilling back-and-forth battle. In the third round, Canelo dropped Kirkland again with a sharp right uppercut. Moments later, as Kirkland continued to attack, Canelo landed a devastating overhand right that knocked him unconscious and ended the fight instantly. The knockout was widely regarded as one of the best of the year. 📍 Date: May 9, 2015 📍 Venue: Minute Maid Park 📍 Location: Houston, Texas, USA 🥊 Result: Canelo wins by KO (Round 3, 2:19) ⏱️ Rounds: 12-Round Junior Middleweight Bout 📊 Records at the time of fight: Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez: 44–1–1 (31 KOs) James Kirkland: 32–1 (28 KOs) 🔥 A short but unforgettable war where Canelo showcased his power and precision, finishing Kirkland with one of the most spectacular knockouts of his career. -------------------- ╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝ to the channel people 00:00 Intro 2:45 Round 1 5:15 Round 2 7:25 Round 3 9:35 Round 4 -------------------- Follow me insta @charlessalbox facebook @charlessalbox #boxing #usaboxing #boxeocubano #canelo