In the sands of Mexican boxing, few names generate as much excitement as Benito “Canelito” Garcia, a fighter who is gaining the favor of fans thanks to his combative style and his ability to offer a show in the ring, characteristics that have led him to be compared to the beginnings of Saul “Canelo” Alvarez.
Who is Canelito Garcia?
With roots in Gomez Palacio, Durango, but forged in Lerdo, the city that saw him grow up, Garcia is emerging as a solid prospect in Mexican boxing.
The story of Benito Garcia began when he was just eight years old. His first contact with boxing took place in Lerdo, but changes in his life first took him to Chihuahua and then to Guadalajara, Jalisco, where his path in the sport found a clear direction.
The gym of renowned trainer “Chololo” Larios was a block from his home, and although at first he only went as a spectator, everything changed the day that “Chololo” invited him to train. There he began an amateur career, accumulating 101 fights, of which he lost only four and drew 12. His professional debut came at the age of 16, and two years later, at just 18, he already held the Fecombox national bantamweight title.
With a humility that reflects his love for the sport, Benito is clear that success in boxing does not depend on material resources. “To learn this beautiful sport, it is not necessary to have the most expensive equipment, but the right character,” says “Canelito”, making it clear that his philosophy is based on effort and discipline.
He now has a professional record of 17 wins, 9 losses and 3 draws. Among his achievements are being the Jalisco state super bantamweight champion and the Fecombox national bantamweight champion, titles that positioned him as a prominent figure on the national circuit.
The resemblance to Saul Alvarez and his nickname “Canelito”
The nickname “Canelito” is no coincidence. His style, charisma and even his physical appearance have led many to compare him to Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, one of the greatest exponents of Mexican boxing. Although comparisons are inevitable, Benito remains focused on building his own story.
When was Canelo Alvarez’s last fight?
The most recent fight for “Canelito” Garcia was on October 11, 2024, a bout that ended in a knockout loss to Alberto Mora in Guadalajara. Mora, with a powerful left hook to the liver, stopped the action in the fourth round, retaining the North American Boxing Federation (NABF) super featherweight belt.
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