We are living in what can easily be considered a golden age of boxing, with more talent and saturation in the market than there has been in decades. Naturally, this leads to a number of riveting storylines across different promotions, but perhaps none has been more pivotal than Eddie Hearn’s blistering critique of Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) for losing Canelo Alvarez, and his eager anticipation for a showdown between him and Benavidez.
“The mismanagement of such high-caliber talent like Canelo Alvarez is a travesty for PBC,” said Eddie Hearn, Managing Director of Matchroom Boxing, in a recent interview. Alvarez had been under contract with PBC for his fight against Caleb Plant in November but has since become a free agent. “PBC losing Canelo is a testament to their inefficacy as a promotional outfit.”
Canelo Alvarez is not just a household name in boxing circles – he’s a proven draw with wide mainstream appeal. His unexpected departure from PBC has thus set off a flurry of speculations. Boxing fans have been eagerly anticipating where Alvarez will take his talents next, but Hearn’s comments seem to strongly suggest that Matchroom Boxing is hoping to secure Alvarez for their roster.
Hearn further commented, “I would be thrilled to showcase a fight between Canelo and Benavidez on our platform. Fans have been eagerly awaiting this clash of the titans, and we would be honored to make it happen.” The thought of such a matchup is undoubtedly mouthwatering for boxing enthusiasts across the globe. While Canelo holds a record of 57 wins, 2 losses, and 39 knockouts, David Benavidez is an up-and-coming talent boasting an undefeated record, packed with twenty-four wins, all but one ending in the victory by knockout.
His sentiments did not stop at just Canelo and Benavidez – Hearn also criticized the PBC for what he sees as endangering the integrity of boxing. “We’re not just talking about a Boxing promotion losing one top talent. We’re talking about the potential decline of the sport if promotional entities do not invest equitably in their fighters.”
As a promoter, Hearn has always shown a knack for keeping his finger on the boxing public’s pulse. He understands the gravity of the situation – Canelo is in his prime, Benavidez is soaring high and fans are eager for big fights – but he’s also aware of the broader implications for boxing as a whole. The loss of Canelo speaks to a weakness in matchmaking and investment at PBC, which Hearn is determined to exploit at Matchroom Boxing.
Hearn concluded his statement by reiterating his desire to see a Canelo vs. Benavidez fight. “A matchup like Canelo versus Benavidez can be a game-changer, not only for the fighters but for boxing as a whole. We’re ready to put on a show if the opportunity arises.”
If Canelo Alvarez does sign contracts with Matchroom Boxing and the much-anticipated fight against Benavidez materializes, it will certainly be a marquee event for Fight fans worldwide. In addition, it could very well mark a shift in power among boxing promotions.
In the end, it’s evident that the ongoing tussle among Boxing promotions and the fighters associated has spiced up the boxing scenario. The healthy competition among Boxing Promotions, coupled with the raw talent of ferocious fighters like Canelo and Benavidez, is set to take boxing to greater heights in the coming years.
