David Benavidez expressed his frustration with Canelo Alvarez's statement that Benavidez has “nothing to offer,” especially when Canelo mentioned he would need “$150-200 million” to consider a fight with him. Benavidez questions the logic behind Canelo’s enormous financial demand, suggesting it doesn’t align with Canelo's claim of him having "nothing to offer.” Through social media, Benavidez humorously suggested that Canelo could use part of that $150 million to “buy a pair of nuts,” indicating he thinks Canelo is avoiding the fight.
Canelo's demand for a massive payday to fight Benavidez is seen by some as a tactic to dodge a challenging bout with the “Mexican Monster.” Many believe Canelo perceives Benavidez as a significant threat without offering a corresponding financial incentive. This high asking price is thought to be a way for Canelo to sidestep the fight while still appearing open to it. Despite this, fans and the media continue to press for the matchup, keeping Benavidez in the conversation.
An interesting angle to this ongoing saga is the potential for Benavidez to move up in weight class. Already rumored to rehydrate to around 190 pounds for his super middleweight fights and looking significantly drained at weigh-ins, Benavidez’s time at 168 pounds might be limited. Continuing to make weight at this division is becoming increasingly difficult for him, and he may soon have to consider competing at light heavyweight or cruiserweight.
Benavidez’s primary motivation for remaining at super middleweight seems to be a lucrative fight with Canelo. However, with Canelo’s apparent reluctance to take the fight without a substantial payday, Benavidez might have to reassess his career path and weight class options rather than wait indefinitely for a fight that may never materialize.
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