Muniz gets the win, but not the knockout he was hunting for
At Power Slap 13, Many Muniz walked away with a victory, but it wasn’t the result he wanted. In a controversial ending, his opponent KO Chris Thomas bowed out after one strike — a move that left Muniz visibly frustrated and hungry for more.
“He didn’t want that. He found an easy way out, and he took it.”
Round One: A Feel-Out Shot Drops KO Chris
Muniz stepped up with confidence and delivered what he called a “70–80% power” shot — more of a technical feeler than a full-strength slap. But even that was enough to drop his opponent.
“I just wanted to land clean. Imagine if I actually unleashed the full power.”
While Thomas was ruled out due to a clubbing foul — not on Muniz, but on KO Chris — the result didn’t sit well with the victor.
“I’m a competitor. I don’t want to win like that. I wanted the finish.”
No Rematch Wanted: “Don’t Ever Mention My Name Again”
There’s history between these two, and this match was viewed as the conclusion of a bitter rivalry. For Muniz, it’s done and dusted.
“This evolution between me and KO Chris is over. I don’t ever want to hear his name again.”
Muniz made it clear that while this might have been marketed as a grudge match, it didn’t live up to his expectations in the ring.
Retirement Rumors Put to Rest
There’s been some speculation in the Power Slap world that Muniz may have been close to retirement. He shut that down quickly.
“Retirement will come one day, but that’s not today. I have all the gas in the world.”
Now, he’s looking to make a real title run — and fast.
Targeting the New Orleans Card in July
Muniz has his eyes set on the next opportunity.
“I want on that July card in New Orleans. I don’t care who it is. Anybody from 170 to 265 can get it.”
No names were called, but it’s clear he’s ready to fight across multiple weight classes and believes he belongs at the very top.
The Verdict: A Win, But With Unfinished Business
Even though the win goes on his record, Muniz left Power Slap 13 wanting more. Whether it’s a shot at the Blackburn vs. Azel winner or a big matchup in New Orleans, expect to see a more fired-up version of Many Muniz next time out.
“I truly believe I’m the baddest in the sport.”