David Benavidez remains resolute in his ambition to share the ring with Canelo Alvarez. Despite acknowledging the difficulty in making the fight materialize, the undefeated 26-year-old is determined to make himself unavoidable to Canelo by consistently notching up wins. Although Benavidez is Canelo’s WBC mandatory, the much-anticipated bout isn’t expected to be ordered until the coming year. The impending bout between Canelo and Jermell Charlo casts further uncertainty on Benavidez’s chances.
The boxing fraternity is buzzing with talk of Canelo’s potential match-up with Terence Crawford. Such a development would be a stinging blow for Benavidez, as it might mean him being overlooked for a welterweight. The contention over fight scheduling highlights the need for stricter regulation in boxing, ensuring fairness to deserving contenders. Benavidez voiced his frustration to YSM Sports Media, admitting a feeling of helplessness in orchestrating the fight with Canelo.
Given the circumstances, some pundits advise Benavidez to rethink his career trajectory. Moving up to the 175-pound division would present lucrative opportunities against the likes of Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev, who are presumed more likely to accept a fight against Benavidez. While expressing his frustration, Benavidez remains confident, stating, “Me and Canelo? I beat him.” He firmly believes in his superior attributes, asserting that a bout against Canelo would be monumental for boxing.
The anticipation surrounding a potential Benavidez-Canelo duel remains high among fans. While Benavidez is keen on making the fight happen, the looming question is whether Canelo’s camp feels the same zeal.
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