Pound-for-pound rankings: Did Canelo Alvarez's win over Avni Yildirim earn him the top spot? But he had no plan that worked once he got into the ring and found out just how difficult Mayweather can be. Avni Yildirim will serve as a tough task for Canelo Alvarez, says one boxing trainer. "A tough competitor.". Can anyone at super middleweight beat Canelo Alvarez? Throughout their 52-year marriage, Nancy Reagan was President Ronald Reagan's staunchest supporter. Alvarez was equally as brilliant with a record of 49-1-1 (34 KOs) and his only loss coming at the hands of all-time great Floyd Mayweather. [video] max kellerman says a mayweather vs. canelo rematch is interesting, but still favors mayweather [video] oscar de la hoya open to a mayweather vs. canelo rematch: "canelo will love the opportunity" [video] canelo alvarez says "i'm ready" for gennady golovkin: "i'm not afraid of anybody" "The restaurant industry is massively important to our communities," Fieri said. The Sackler family, one of the wealthiest in America, has long been known as a patron of the arts, but only recently did their connections to Purdue Pharma become widely known. Yildirim is set to challenge Canelo for the WBA (Super), WBC, and The Ring Super-Middleweight Titles on February 27. His latest project is a new Netflix series, "Dad Stop Embarrassing Me!" LAS VEGAS — USA TODAY Sports was on the scene for round-by-round updates of the highly anticipated fight between Floyd Mayweather and Canelo Alvarez from the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mayweather also owns a welterweight title and would go back to 147 pounds to fight him. "I'm just trying to make people smile," the NBA great said. Like others, though, he couldn't solve the puzzle that is Mayweather and spent much of his night punching at an opponent who had already moved away from him. Canelo Alvarez proved nothing more than easy money for Floyd Mayweather Jr. Mayweather turned one of the richest fights ever into just another $41.5 million payday Saturday night, dominating Alvarez "Canelo is a young, strong champion. Alvarez weighed in at that weight, but was an unofficial 165 pounds when he got into the ring while Mayweather, who weighed in at 150 1/2 pounds, was an even 150. If Mayweather and Alvarez end up fighting in 2019, oddsmakers should anticipate players heavily wagering Canelo, making Canelo the clear favorite. At the same time, he also missed me a lot. I wont say because I don't really know. Mayweather remained unbeaten in 45 fights and added another piece of the junior middleweight title to his collection in a fight that was fought at a 152-pound limit. The one thing Alvarez had some success with was landing punches on Mayweather's arms. "He was very elusive. The same can be said about Canelo. It was more of the same in the seventh, although Mayweather additionally landed a clean right uppercut -- as if Alvarez needed any more problems. Most-recently, the Mexican, 30, dominated British star Callum Smith to win the WBA (Super), The Ring and WBC super-middleweight titles. Teofimo Lopez-Top Rank relationship at risk; can it get fixed? Newly elected to be the 46th president, Biden has had a long political career and a personal life filled with triumph and heartbreak. But Canelo, only 23 at the time, was handed a humbling boxing lesson by master tactician Mayweather over 12 rounds. Revealed. That, perhaps, is the biggest improvement Saul Canelo Alvarez, known mainly these days as Canelo, has made since suffering his only loss to Floyd Mayweather back in 2013. It looks like fight fans will have to wait a bit longer for this exhibition. Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Changes in top 3 after busy month, including a new No. Alvarez (42-1-1, 30 KOs) has a good chin, and Mayweather isn't a big puncher. Lv 7. Who would win in a fight? For the fight, Mayweather landed 232 of 505 punches (46 percent), according to CompuBox statistics, and Alvarez was limited to connecting on just 117 of 526 punches (22 percent). 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The Daily Bread Mailbag returns with Stephen "Breadman" Edwards tackling topics such as Canelo Alvarez vs. Floyd Mayweather, the drama between former champion Deontay Wilder … The only surprise came when it was announced the decision wasn't unanimous, with judge C.J. By the fourth round he was beginning to get frustrated, landing a low blow that angered Mayweather, who was further angered when Alvarez refused to touch gloves with him to resume the fight. The Associated Press scored it 119-109 for Mayweather. She also is one of the two judges who gave Timothy Bradley Jr. a decision win against Manny Pacquiao in one of boxing's most controversial decisions in years. The Daily Bread Mailbag returns with Stephen "Breadman" Edwards tackling topics such as Canelo Alvarez vs. Floyd Mayweather, the drama between former champion Deontay Wilder … 19 Apr. Now, in a scorching new memoir, "On the House," Boehner writes that those forces are hurting the country, and threaten the GOP's survival. Who would win in a fight? The girls set a goal of selling 1,000 boxes and far surpassed that. Canelo was handed his only defeat in 2013 against Floyd Mayweather Credit: Getty - Contributor. We tried to catch him.". Alvarez then … The fight was one of the richest ever if not the richest ever with a live gate of $20 million and at least another $100 million from pay-per-view. Fraudsters are looking to victimize applicants to U.S. program that offers up to $9,000 to help bury COVID-19 victims. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. I tried to connect on him, but I just couldn't. Mexico’… I think had I pressed the attack earlier, I could have gotten the stoppage, but I am very happy with my performance.". S.M.A. A lot of questions has been flying around. Mayweather surpassed a young Canelo throughout and sealed the victory via decision. Boehner talks with "60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson about the January 6th insurrection, partisan media, and what he calls "political terrorists" who play to the party base. Heavies beware: Youngsters are punching their way through, Efe Ajagba scores must-see thunderous KO; Jared Anderson extends his KO streak, Don't let the name fool you: Joe Smith isn't an ordinary boxer, They're back? When it was over, Mayweather didn't even celebrate, walking over to a corner to look at the crowd. Correspondent Mark Whitaker talks with filmmakers Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, and with Hemingway scholar Marc Dudley, about re-examining the larger-than-life writer in the age of #MeToo. Canelo … How Jamel Herring is using childhood challenges as source of inspiration, Oscar De La Hoya needs to promote his rising stars, not steal their thunder. Round 12 to Alvarez (10-9, 8-4 Mayweather): Alvarez was busier this round, and he won it, but it really wasn't that close of a fight as the rounds and scorecards indicate. Alvarez vs. Yildirim preview . Mayweather continued to land right hands against a seemingly confused and tiring Alvarez in the sixth round. Both of those guys fought hard and are strong," Mayweather said. After that defeat, Alvarez won one more title at light-middle, against Liam Smith, before finally moving to middleweight for Golovkin. "In some of the rounds, I had to take my time and pull back because he was hurting my arms," Mayweather said. What do you guys think? Fighting off his shortest layoff in years, Mayweather was sharp, efficient and sometimes brutal in dismantling an unbeaten fighter who was bigger and was supposed to punch harder. This will be Canelo’s first title defense. The pair had two thrillers, starting with their draw in 2017, before Canelo won the rematch and unified belts a … The Welwyn warrior will throw down with the hard-hitting Mexican in an eagerly-anticipated super-middleweight title unification bout on May 8.Billy Joe Saunders will face Canelo Alvarez on May 8The hard-hitting Canelo is the favourite to win the super-middleweight […] "He's a great fighter, very intelligent. The Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve, draped over nearly one million acres of wilderness areas and the Sawtooth National Forest, is a major draw for amateur astrophotographers capturing the heavens. He won the WBA belt too in 2013 against Austin Trout, which set him up with a blockbuster pay-per-view with Mayweather. Floyd Mayweather moved to 45-0 with the victory and handed Canelo Alvarez … "Seventeen years, and I'm still going strong. The exhibition clash between boxing legend Floyd Mayweather and YouTube star Logan Paul has been postponed. Alvarez -- whose contract called for $5 million but whose guarantee was more in the $12 million neighborhood -- took them well. When they fought Mayweather was 44–0 and Canelo was 42–0. But that added bulk made no difference, as Mayweather was his typically elusive self. LAS VEGAS Canelo Alvarez proved nothing more than easy money for Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr. Mayweather turned one of the richest fights ever into just another $41.5 million payday Saturday night, dominating Alvarez from the opening bell and winning a majority decision in a masterful performance that left no doubt who the best fighter of his era is. What do you guys think? McConnell: Big stimulus not needed based on jobs report "For me, it was a celebration," Sarah Studley said. You've been vaccinated. 1, Real or Not: Fury-Joshua in consecutive fights? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports on the Sacklers, whose name has become a controversial flashpoint in the opioid epidemic, and talks with New Yorker staff writer Patrick Radden Keefe, author of "Empire of Pain: The Secret History of the Sackler Dynasty.". Alvarez was supposed to be Mayweather's greatest challenge and he did his best to force the action. Canelo is one of the best middleweights ever, and many people might disagree with Ellerbe. Trilogy fights ahead for Estrada, 'Chocolatito' Gonzalez? So, they set another goal for their cookie sales. Alvarez said before the fight that he had the game plan to solve Mayweather's tricky defense and fast hands. Jessica McCaskill does it again, beats Cecilia Braekhus in rematch to stay undisputed champion, Behind the scenes at a history-making event -- for Claressa Shields and for women's boxing, Claressa Shields pressures Marie-Eve Dicaire in middle rounds on way to convincing win, Why 50 years later Ali-Frazier I remains the fight that transcends all sports, Boxing, MMA and her own PPV: Claressa Shields bets big on herself in 2021. I wont be unhappy but a little sad for Floyd. Saul Alvarez suffered the first cut of his career Saturday, but Shane Mosley took the worst of the punishment, absorbing 12 rounds of blistering body shots in a runaway decision for Canelo. A great Mexican champion," Mayweather said. So do you need a vaccine card? Canelo Alvarez has admitted inexperience cost him in his blockbuster fight with Floyd Mayweather as he opened up on the sole defeat of his distinguished career. Mayweather received $41.5 million for this fight before taking into account pay-per-view sales. "The frustration was there, but simply he is a great fighter," Alvarez said. WBC and WBA super middlweight champion Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez believes that he would defeat Floyd Mayweather were they to ever fight again. BILLY JOE SAUNDERS will bid to shock the world next month by dethroning pound-for-pound king Canelo Alvarez. Canelo makes quick work of Yildirim with third-round TKO. 5. Floyd Mayweather was the one who popularized these exhibition fights. "I'm not in control of the judges," Mayweather said. "I saw that fight. The CEO of Mayweather Promotions, Leonard Ellerbe, believes that Jermall can absolutely destroy Canelo if they ever square off. Summertime. But before that, Canelo had leapt from welterweight to LIGHT … Just another payday, just another win for Money May. California Privacy/Information We Collect. "I just listened to my corner, listened to my dad," Mayweather said. He won't be fighting a guy moving up in weight, like he did when he bested Robert Guerrero on May 4 . But Mayweather shook it off and began to open up with his punches even more, tagging Alvarez to the head with more right hands and working the body. "At the same time, he also missed me a lot," Alvarez said. 11. The fight was on free TV in Mexico, and some estimates were that 70 million people would watch. Mayweather handed Canelo his only professional defeat back in 2013 — a one-sided decision — but in the past seven years the Mexican has become one of, … Alvarez has some tough calls ahead. "My dad had a brilliant game plan, and I went out there and got the job done.". Herring showed he's a top 130-pounder, but can he beat Stevenson, Valdez? Could we see Shields-McCaskill? "We tried to catch him; that's what we tried to do all day. A lot of punches landed on my gloves.". For his easy work, Mayweather also made easy money, a guaranteed record purse of $41.5 million. ESPN.com had it a 120-108 shutout for Mayweather. © 2013 The Associated Press. Canelo Alvarez believes that he would defeat Floyd Mayweather were they to ever fight again. Ryan Garcia or Vergil Ortiz: Who is Golden Boy's best young fighter? The hard-hitting Canelo is the favourite to win the super-middleweight showdown Credit: EPA Saunders, 31, goes into his showdown with Canelo as a huge underdog - despite never having tasted defeat. Alvarez was equally as brilliant with a record of 49-1-1 (34 KOs) and his only loss coming at the hands of all-time great Floyd Mayweather. First published on September 15, 2013 / 7:09 AM. The RING Magazine middleweight champion proved his best days were still ahead of him. Prince Philip, who died at age 99, was the patriarch of the British royal family. The Wbc Mw champion Saul Alvarez entered this fight with a boxing record of 46-1-1 (32 knockouts) and he is ranked as the No.1 middleweight in the world. Fed Chair Jerome Powell tells 60 Minutes America is going back to work; Pentagon programs hope to make COVID-19 the last pandemic ever; And, what's hidden in Prince's vault of unreleased music? "When I woke up [Saturday] morning, I was 146 pounds, so I had to call my chef and get something in my system," Mayweather said. Mayweather was so quick, he evaded nearly every heavy shot Alvarez threw. playing a single parent to a daughter who finds him less than cool. MORE: Canelo's five career-defining fights According to Compubox, it was utter domination: Mayweather landed 46 percent of his total punches, as opposed to Alvarez, who landed just 22 percent. 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Mayweather came out aggressive and used his speed to hit Alvarez with one or two shots in the early rounds and then get safely out of the way. Mayweather's speed was the difference all night as he was able to land straight rights and left jabs, then get out of the way before Alvarez was able to respond. ROUND 8: Alvarez comes with an effective flurry along the ropes, as he lands a few body shots, but allows Mayweather to escape. "It was simple: I couldn't catch him," Alvarez said through a translator. Mayweather was so much in charge that the only question was whether the ringside judges would allow him to pitch a shutout. "If this bill becomes law, that, senators, is child abuse," said Amber Briggle, the mother of a trans 13-year-old. Her charity, Roots for Boots, has changed the lives of veterans. Call for women to "lean in" may only go so far — especially for high-achieving women empowered to ask for more. Mayweather was the big beneficiary of that, making a guaranteed $41.5 million to $5 million for Alvarez. The company, which some blame for helping spark the opioid crisis, is privately owned by some members of the family. After that defeat, Alvarez won one more title at light-middle, against Liam Smith, before finally moving to middleweight for Golovkin. But none of those opponents were remotely in Mayweather's class. One possible opponent is junior welterweight champion Danny Garcia, who outpointed Lucas Matthysse in the co-feature. But some fight fans are predicting the slick southpaw to win the Dallas dust-up, which will take place in front of a capacity crowd at Cowboys Stadium. Her husband and fellow actor Damian Lewis she "died peacefully at home surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family". Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. I did not know how to get him. "60 Minutes" correspondent Lesley Stahl talks with Washington Post columnist Karen Tumulty, author of the new book "The Triumph of Nancy Reagan," and with former Reagan White House chief of staff James Baker, about the complicated persona of the woman who had the most significant influence on President Reagan. I personally think Canelo Alvarez would win because he has more power in his punches and is really quick, much like pacman. Ringside Seat: As Jake Paul fights Ben Askren, what does his boxing future look like? By the time the last quarter of the fight arrived, Alvarez seemed to have lost his spirit and to be just trying to make it to the final bell as Mayweather continued to land nearly at will. Canelo Alvarez VS Mayweather? Who will be winning this fight? Copyright © 2021 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. His defense, as always, was tight, and his punches were fast. Cotto vs Mayweather, who is the best fighter? It was a true 50-50 fight between two of the best in the world that fans had been anticipating for quite some time. They didn't, but that was the only disappointment on a night that Mayweather solidified his claim to being one of the best ever and padded his bank account in a way no other fighter has ever done. The fight likely will set the record for the richest event in boxing history and could challenge the all-time pay-per-view record of 2.44 million buys. Canelo most-recently dropped down to super-middleweight to beat Smith. He frustrated Alvarez early, pounded him with big right hands in the middle rounds, and made him look just like he said he would like any other opponent. "My father was telling me what to do and to press the attack. Billy Joe Saunders has told talkSPORT that he intends to use his brain, not brawn, to defeat Canelo Alvarez on May 8th, but insisted he will not run away from the pound-for-pound king. Vergil Ortiz showed he's a player at 147, but is he ready for Terence Crawford? Cotto vs Mayweather. Canelo Alvarez believes that he would defeat Floyd Mayweather were they to ever fight again. "He's very talented, very elusive," Alvarez said. "And so, when I saw this coming, I said, 'We got to do something to get some money to these folks.'". He has already fought one crossover fight against Conor McGregor and an exhibition fight against Japanese kick-boxer Tenshin Nasukawa. U? Mayweather handed Canelo his only professional defeat back in 2013 — a one-sided decision — but in the past seven years the Mexican has become one of, … However, Mayweather fought Alvarez way before he touched his prime and the outcome clearly showed that. In this boxing video interview, Marcos Villegas speaks to Canelo Alvarez about his bout with Erislandy Lara as well as what he though of Mayweather vs. … In films and on TV, Jamie Foxx has hit all the right notes. were faint and wistful by the late rounds. Mayweather, 36, of Las Vegas, fought like a man years younger, as usual. The fight was won by Mayweather … All Rights Reserved. The fight with Alvarez was the second of a 30-month deal for up to six fights that Mayweather signed earlier this year with Showtime/CBS after leaving HBO/Time Warner in what amounted to a major power shift in boxing. Canelo vs. Kovalev fight takeaways: Alvarez proves greatness, now has big decisions to make Who's next for Canelo, and what will that mean for his legacy? Tag Archives: saul canelo alvarez. But that was all that was available to him. "I took my time; I listened to my dad [trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr.]," Mayweather said. Mayweather inflicted Canelo’s only professional defeat back in 2013, but in the past seven years the Mexican has become one of, if not the, best pound-for-pound boxers in the sport today. Both fighters tried to establish their jabs in the opening round, although Alvarez also went for Mayweather's body in an effort to slow him down. Oscar De La Hoya has effectively ruled out the chance of Floyd Mayweather and Saul "Canelo" Alvarez facing off again in the future.. Mayweather has not fought since his win … Mayweather snapped Alvarez's head back with another right in the fourth round, and Alvarez retaliated with a low blow, drawing a warning from referee Kenny Bayless. He can take a loss and bounce back. "I can't control what the judges do," Mayweather said. Who's gonna win? Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez feels his defeat to Floyd 'Money' Mayweather back in 2013 was a lesson as much as anything.. Chisanga Malata ; 16 … Canelo Alvarez vs. Callum Smith fight results, highlights: Alvarez claims two 168-pound titles with decision Canelo Alvarez looked every bit the pound-for … The sellout crowd of 16,746 at the MGM Grand on Mexican Independence weekend tried its best to urge Alvarez (42-1-1) on, but the cheers of "Canelo! He landed his right hand almost at will and peppered Alvarez with solid jabs. Alvarez may be 30 years old, but he is in his prime when it comes to boxing. I think canelo . Was Canelo Alvarez too young when he fought Floyd Mayweather in 2013? He's got a lot of experience. Judges Dave Moretti (116-112) and Craig Metcalfe (117-111) had it for Mayweather, while judge C.J. In what some were calling Mayweather's toughest test in many years, he authored a clinic against Saul "Canelo" Alvarez as he rolled to a majority decision to unify junior middleweight world titles Saturday night -- on Mexican Independence Day weekend -- at the sold-out MGM Grand Garden Arena, where the all-time gate record of $20,003,150 was set by the 16,746 in attendance. 2. Alvarez had some star power himself, with his red hair, good lucks and big punching power winning over most of his native Mexico. Floyd Mayweather Jr. remained undefeated -- against all fighters, and even Father Time -- after outboxing the 13-years-younger Canelo Alvarez in a masterful performance Saturday in Las Vegas. Saúl Álvarez lo tiene claro: si hoy se enfrentara a Floyd Mayweather lo vencería arriba del ring. The crowd was overwhelmingly cheering for Alvarez, the 23-year-old Mexican hero, but he was no match for the brilliance of Mayweather, who did as he pleased in Rounds 1 through 12 in the biggest fight in years. Ross scoring it even. Mayweather was favored 117-111 and 116-112 on two ringside scorecards while a third inexplicably had the fight 114-114. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Floyd_Mayweather_Jr._vs._Canelo_Álvarez Manny Pacquiao vs Canelo Alvarez Knock Outs & Highlights Compilation Manny Pacquiao next fight I created this video with the YouTube Video Editor .Saul Canelo Alvarez vs Manny Pacman Pacquiao Knock Out Highlights Compilation I created this video with the YouTube Video Editor .Manny Pacquiao vs Adrien Broner Knock Outs - Highlights 2016 I created this video with the YouTube … Whyte gets revenge as Povetkin's corner throws in the towel. Relevance. The Mexican sensation, who has since gone on to become the sport's biggest global star, put his super welterweight world titles on the line in a mega fight with Mayweather back in 2013. Mayweather, 8-1. Saul Alvarez suffered the first cut of his career Saturday, but Shane Mosley took the worst of the punishment, absorbing 12 rounds of blistering body shots in a runaway decision for Canelo. I recognize that he beat me. I feel like Canelo fought a Mayweather who was slightly passed his prime and still lost. Five others were wounded. "He's a strong competitor, but it was nothing I had never felt before.". "CBS Evening News" viewers donated $600,000 to help military families struggling with hunger during the coronavirus pandemic. "He's a tough competitor," Mayweather said. Tickets were so hot that celebrities were actually offering to buy them and some tickets were being offered online for as much as $29,000. Mayweather is the only boxer to defeat the 30-year-old Mexican. Even if Floyd loses he has nothing to be ashamed of. When Canelo Alvarez faced Floyd Mayweather in September 2013, he was just 22 years old. "I didn't know how to get him, it's extremely simple," Alvarez said. Hes had a stellar record and Canelo may get the torched passed to him. Ranking the returns of boxing's old guard. U? Who is the best fighter of the two? … Canelo!" Canelo Alvarez vs Billy Joe Saunders predictions: Boxing world including Tyson Fury and Mike Tyson on who will win fight 16/04/2021 BILLY JOE SAUNDERS will bid to shock the world next month by dethroning pound-for-pound king Canelo Alvarez. I think canelo . Alvarez would probably benefit from challenging the rest of the titleholders in his new weight class, so Canelo vs. Saunders makes the cut here. The bout was held on September 14, 2013, in the MGM Grand Garden Arena, at the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, on Showtime PPV. Alvarez, despite 43 pro fights, won't turn 23 until July and is 13 years younger than Mayweather. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller talks with Foxx and his co-star, fellow "In Living Color" alum David Alan Grier, and with Foxx's daughter, Corinne, an executive producer of the show, who found inspiration in the tradeoffs of having a famous entertainer for a dad. Mayweather's clinic came against a much bigger man. I personally think Canelo Alvarez would win because he has more power in his punches and is really quick, much like pacman. Beating Mayweather has eluded anyone who has come up against him. There is no doubt he's a great fighter, a very intelligent fighter. The Mexican sensation, who has since gone on to become the sport's biggest global star, put his super welterweight world titles on the line in a mega fight with Mayweather back in 2013. LAS VEGAS -- At this point, the only thing that will be able to stop pound-for-pound king Floyd Mayweather Jr. is Father Time, because no fighter can do it. "No doubt he's a great fighter, a very intelligent fighter," Alvarez said. As far as those haters saying Mayweather didn’t fight fighters in their prime, I’d encourage them to educate themselves on his … Real or not: Did Ryan Garcia, Jamel Herring and Vasiliy Lomachenko get matched up correctly? There was no solution.". I like them both. The legacy of Canelo Alvarez’s only loss, a 2013 defeat to unbeaten champion Floyd Mayweather Jr., has been viewed by many as a brash reach by the 23-year-old to participate in … Both those records were set by Mayweather's 2007 win against Oscar De La Hoya. In 2015 House Speaker and 13-term Republican Congressman John Boehner decided to end his career on the Hill, his departure hastened by clashes with ideologues within his own party. A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity. Mayweather inflicted Canelo’s only professional defeat back in 2013, but in the past seven years the Mexican has become one of, if not the, best pound-for-pound boxers in the sport today. The size difference was immediately apparent as Floyd entered the ring at 150 lbs, 15 lbs lighter than Alvarez. The fight lived up to the hype and was both an entertaining battle and incredibly close. With Canelo running out of challengers, boxing fans are getting antsy for a prize fight with the only man to ever beat him: Floyd Mayweather (50-0, … Alvarez, the 2010 ESPN.com prospect of the year, had won a vacant title by lopsided decision against Matthew Hatton -- the younger brother of British star and former two-division titlist Ricky Hatton -- and was making his seventh defense. 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