David Benavidez, the legendary super-middleweight boxer, threw down the gauntlet at the grand arrivals for the much-awaited Gvozdyk fight, sending a ‘READY’ message aimed at none other than the undisputed pound-for-pound champion, Canelo Alvarez.
Benavidez made his intentions clear, warning Canelo with a powerful and succinct message: “READY!” This bold challenge, audaciously delivered, was volume amplified given its timing. The Phoenix-born fighter crafted this provocation ahead of his March 13 showdown with Ronald Ellis, on the undercard of the major event showcasing Ukrainian light heavyweight, Oleksandr Gvozdyk.
The 24-year-old Benavidez, a two-time WBC super middleweight champion, recognized globally for his impeccable boxing skills, is keen to take on Mexico’s Canelo Alvarez. According to Benavidez, Canelo has strategically avoided him in his quest to unify the 168lb division. His ‘READY’ message throws down the gauntlet, making it abundantly clear that he’s prepared both physically and mentally for a dream fight with Canelo.
“I am here. I am ready. No more hiding, Canelo,” these have been the echoing words from Benavidez’s camp for some time now. Benavidez, 24, seems to be setting his course, eyeing the summit where the Mexican great currently resides.
Canelo Alvarez, a four-division world champion, is presently on track to becoming an undisputed champion in the super-middleweight division. Alvarez previously defeated Callum Smith to clinically grab the WBA (Super) and Ring Magazine super middleweight titles. Now he’s preparing for a fight against British boxer, Billy Joe Saunders, to unify his WBC and WBA (Super) super middleweight titles with the WBO title.
Receiving the ‘READY’ message from Benavidez undoubtedly will interest Alvarez. Not only will a fight agitates the rankings and prestige of the super-middleweight division, but also attract a massive global audience eager to witness a clash between two of the sport’s most formidable fighters.
Benavidez’s challenge comes with an extra edge for Canelo, as it’s worth noting that David held the WBC super middleweight title before losing it to the scales last August. In response, the WBC made Canelo the champion, therefore, a fight against Benavidez now means more than just a title bout. There are facets of revenge, reclamation, and unequivocal supremacy in this duel – elements that the boxing world eagerly awaits.
None of these blockbuster matches can take place until Canelo squares off against the Brit, Saunders, scheduled for May 8. Despite the compelling bout, the ‘READY’ message from Benavidez will certainly throw a different shade of spotlight on this star-studded fight. The potential Canelo-Benavidez clash acts as an appetizing backdrop that brings even more attention to the upcoming matches in the world of high-tension, big-money boxing.
Benavidez is currently focused on his clash against Ellis, and he needs to win this to keep his dream of facing Canelo alive. Nonetheless, he’s clearly willing, ready, and waiting for the opportunity to take on the Mexican standout. The ‘READY’ message serves as a challenge, a statement of intent, and a promise to boxing fans worldwide to deliver a fight that has all the makings of an instant classic.
Thus, in his pursuit of a dream fight against Canelo Alvarez, David Benavidez threw his hats in the ring with a ‘READY’ message. Every punch he throws, every bout he commands, seems to have a trace of that dream, magnified by the grandeur of these grand arrivals.
