Canelo Alvarez dominated Gennady Golovkin in their trilogy bout, resoundingly putting an end to their long-standing rivalry.
The 12-round bout was never in doubt, with Alvarez (58-2-2) attacking early. He controlled the first eight rounds, until Golovkin (42-2-1) finally showed signs of life in the ninth round. Age played a factor, as the 40-year-old Golovkin lacked the speed that made him such a force throughout his career. Prior to Saturday’s fight, the eight years separating him and Alvarez never served as a major factor in their first two bouts—but it certainly did last night.
Alvarez boxes in a captivating manner, and he has influenced a plethora of fighters. One, in particular, is emerging Bellator star Aaron Pico, who continues to learn from every round Alvarez fights.
