David Benavidez’s father, Jose Benavidez Sr., is already setting his sights on a future fight with WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol, even though David has a significant challenge ahead this Saturday against Oleksandr Gvozdyk. Benavidez Sr. seems confident in his son's ability to secure a victory over Gvozdyk and is assuming that Bivol will defeat IBF/WBC/WBO champion Artur Beterbiev on October 12th, despite Beterbiev's recent knee injury.
The focus of Benavidez and his father has often shifted to future potential fights, particularly against Bivol and Canelo Alvarez, rather than the immediate threat posed by Gvozdyk. Their confidence seems to stem from Benavidez’s past success in sparring with Gvozdyk, leading them to believe this fight is a sure win.
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However, Gvozdyk has a proven track record against tough opponents, including a victory over Adonis Stevenson, which is arguably more impressive than Benavidez’s win over Caleb Plant. Despite this, Benavidez Sr. emphasizes the preparation and hard work they have put in, underscoring their belief that they will dominate Gvozdyk and demonstrate that they belong at the top of the division.
The focus on Bivol, who defeated Canelo Alvarez, highlights Benavidez Sr.'s strategy of aiming for high-profile fights to elevate David’s status. He believes a victory over Bivol would significantly boost David’s career, putting him in a prime position as a top contender. This outlook shows a clear ambition but also suggests a potential underestimation of Gvozdyk's challenge.
Despite the confidence, there are uncertainties. Gvozdyk, though coming off a long layoff, remains a formidable opponent. If Benavidez and his team are not careful, overlooking Gvozdyk could prove costly.
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