In the constantly evolving landscape of professional boxing, the much-anticipated bout between David Benavidez and Canelo Alvarez was a topic of much speculation and excitement. However, recent revelations from the Benavidez camp have shed light on negotiations that promised much but delivered little, leaving fans and pundits alike wondering what could have been.
According to Jose Benavidez Sr., father and trainer of David Benavidez, their side was approached by Canelo’s team with an offer to fight for a base purse of $5 million. Despite agreeing to these terms in hopes of securing a career-defining bout for David, the negotiations mysteriously fizzled out. “We just wanted the opportunity to fight,” Jose Sr. expressed in an interview with Thaboxingvoice, highlighting their eagerness to step into the ring against the Mexican superstar.
This development adds another layer to the already complex narrative surrounding Canelo Alvarez’s fight selection process. Known for his strategic career moves, Canelo’s team’s approach to the Benavidez fight raises questions about their intentions. Were they genuinely considering Benavidez as a potential opponent, or was this a tactical maneuver to gauge the Benavidez camp’s flexibility and resolve?
David Benavidez, a formidable force in the super middleweight division, has been vocal about his desire to face the best, including Canelo Alvarez. With a record that speaks to his power and skill, Benavidez represents a significant challenge to any fighter, including Alvarez. Yet, as negotiations have shown, securing fights at this level involves more than just a willingness to face off in the ring.
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