David Benavidez isn’t performed focusing on a mega showdown with Canelo Alvarez.
Benavidez moved as much as the cruiserweight division to problem Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez for the WBA and WBO titles this previous Saturday in Las Vegas. Whereas Benavidez was a large betting favourite, he nonetheless managed to dazzle boxing purists. Benavidez broken the best eye of Ramirez to the purpose the place “Zurdo” was always pressured to take a knee. Benavidez scored the knockout within the sixth spherical.
After the combat, Jim Grey requested Benavidez what he desires subsequent. “The Mexican Monster” made it clear that he stays all for a conflict with Alvarez (by way of MMAFighting).
“I simply wish to give the followers what they wish to see,” Benavidez stated. “I’ve seen Canelo within the constructing. Let me simply ask the followers this: Do you guys wish to see Canelo vs. David Benavidez? [Crowd roars approval] Sufficient stated. We will’t go away that combat on the desk. I’ve respect for Canelo, who is a superb champion, however I’m an awesome champion, too. Let’s do it! …
“I’m nonetheless champion at 175. I’m champion at 200 and 175. So, in the event that they wish to come get it at 175, let’s get it at 175!”
Alvarez was contained in the T-Cellular Enviornment previous to Benavidez’s combat with “Zurdo.” Alvarez was supporting his teammate and former opponent Jaime Munguia, who captured the WBA super-middleweight title from Armando Resendiz by way of unanimous resolution.
Mike Coppinger just lately reported that Alvarez is ready to problem Christian Mbilli for the WBC super-middleweight title in September. Benavidez dismissed the combat throughout a media day session previous to his cruiserweight title win. He questioned who really desires to observe Alvarez vs. Mbilli.
Do you suppose we’ll ever get to see David Benavidez vs. Canelo Alvarez? In that case, who would you place your cash on? Hold forth within the feedback under.
