When did Jaime Munguia turn pro?

Last Modified May 2, 2025 06:47 GMT
Canelo Alvarez v Jaime Munguia
Jaime Munguia. [Image courtesy: Getty].

Jaime Munguia, hailing from Tijuana, Mexico, is a professional boxer who competes in the super middleweight division. He has witnessed a meteoric rise in the combat sports discipline and has been a part of several high-profile bouts inside the squared circle.

Right from the word go, Munguia remained on a tear, securing 28 consecutive victories and paving the way for the WBO junior middleweight championship title shot against Sadam Ali in 2018, which he won. Munguia's first title defense against Liam Smith was a gripping encounter, marked by his sheer dominance, including a knockdown in the sixth round. Throughout his reign, Munguia faced formidable challengers such as Brandon Cook, Dennis Hogan, and John Ryder. Transitioning to the middleweight division, he maintained his winning streak with notable triumphs over Gary O'Sullivan and Tureano Johnson

Jaime Munguia's professional debut

Jaime Munguia made his professional boxing debut on July 13, 2013. He was welcomed to the squared circle by Manuel Mora. Munguia won the four-round boxing showdown by a dominant second-round TKO and marked the beginning of his career.

Also Read: What is Jaime Munguia's boxing record?

Jaime Munguia Titles?

Yes, Jaime Munguia has held many belts throughout his illustrious career. Let’s delve into the titles held by the Mexican middleweight:

WBO Junior Middleweight title

Munguia held the WBO junior middleweight title from 2018 to 2019. During this time, he made five successful title defenses in the junior middleweight division.

WBO inter-continental middleweight title

In October 2020, Munguia defeated Tureano Johnson via sixth-round RTD (referee technical decision) to claim the vacant WBO Inter-Continental middleweight title at 160 lbs.

WBC silver super middleweight title

In June 2023, Munguia secured the vacant WBC Silver super middleweight title by defeating Sergiy Derevyanchenko. He outpointed his Ukrainian opponent over 12 rounds to win via unanimous decision.

WBC-NABF Super Middleweight Title

Jaime Munguia faced Erik Bazinyan on September 20, 2024, for the WBC-NABF super middleweight championship. He won the title by defeating him via a tenth-round knockout.

Last updated on May 2, 2025

FAQs on Jaime Munguia Professional debut

A. Mungia made his professional debut on July 13, 2013, against Manuel Mora.

A. He is 28 years old as of May 2025.

A. Jaime Munguia is from Guadalajara, Mexico.

A. He has an orthodox fighting stance.

A. Jaime Munguia’s next fight will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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