Fight Review: Canelo v Lopez

          The main event in the Knockout Kings stellar fight card at the MGM in Las Vegas was between Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez vs Josesito Lopez.  Josesito came in to the fight as the obvious underdog once again, especially since he had to jump two weight classes to meet the young Mexican phenom in Canelo.  Canelo's Super Welterweight title was on the line, but it never really was in jeopardy.  Despite Josesito showing great heart in a valiant effort versus Canelo, Lopez never really hurt Canelo. 
          From the opening bell, Canelo displayed his great offensive skills, utilizing awesome combinations to the head and body of Lopez.  Josesito clearly was overmatched by the pure power and skills of Canelo, as it was evident from the opening bell.  Doubt had to reign in the mind of Lopez as Canelo shrugged of Lopez's offensive rallies and answered back with clean combos and deadly body shots.  Alvarez took advantage of being able to corner Lopez to the ropes where he got off bruising body punches that Lopez felt & made him cripple to the mat, as was the result in the closing seconds of the 2nd round.  Too much power from Canelo would send Josesito to the mat in the 2:10 mark of the 3rd round.  A great display of defense by Canelo, dodging some of Lopez punches while coming back with another left hook to the body that sent Lopez down.  Canelo was the clear aggressor as he showed total control of the fight highlighted by another knockdown in the 4th round, this time by a combo to the body and head.  Canelo would only need 5 rounds to do away with Lopez as Alvarez would score a 5th round TKO.  A total display of aggression, control, sweet combinations & ferocious body punches by Canelo Alvarez.
          What is next for Canelo?  The possibilities are intriguing, the winner of Miguel Cotto v Austin Trout, James Kirkland, Alfredo Angulo or even Floyd Mayweather.  The future is bright for this young Mexican phenom, Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez.