What Makes a Potential Fight Between Canelo Alvarez and David Benavidez So Intriguing and Will It Ever Happen?

Canelo Alvarez and David Benavidez are two of the biggest names in boxing today. Alvarez is a four-division world champion and one of the most popular fighters in the sport. Benavidez is a rising star who is undefeated and holds the WBC super middleweight title.

A fight between Alvarez and Benavidez would be a massive event, and there are several reasons why it is so intriguing.

  • First, both fighters are at the top of their game. Alvarez is coming off a win over Gennady Golovkin, and Benavidez is undefeated in 26 fights.
  • Second, the fight would have major implications for the super middleweight division. Alvarez is the current WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, and WBO super middleweight champion. Benavidez is the WBC super middleweight champion. A fight between the two would unify the division and determine who is the true champion.
  • Third, the fight would be a clash of styles. Alvarez is a counterpuncher who relies on his speed and accuracy. Benavidez is a pressure fighter who likes to get in close and throw punches in bunches.

So, will the fight ever happen? It's hard to say for sure. Alvarez is currently focused on a rematch with Golovkin in September. Benavidez is scheduled to defend his WBC title against Caleb Plant in March. If both fighters win their next fights, a showdown between them could be possible in 2024.

  • What weight class would the fight be contested at? Super middleweight, 168 lbs.
  • Who is the favorite to win the fight? Alvarez is the slight favorite, but Benavidez is a live underdog.
  • How old is Canelo Alvarez? 32
  • How old is David Benavidez? 26
  • What is the nickname of Canelo Alvarez? Cinnamon
  • Canelo Alvarez Signed Boxing Glove
  • David Benavidez Signed Boxing Glove
  • Canelo Alvarez T-shirt
  • David Benavidez T-shirt
  • Super Middleweight Boxing Championship Belt

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