Eddie Hearn, a renowned British sports promoter, has recently opened up about the conditions set forth by Mexican professional boxer Saul “Canelo” Alvarez for a potential future bout with David Benavidez. This fight, if it materializes, promises to deliver an iconic spectacle in the boxing world. Alvarez, widely considered one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world, continues to establish new milestones in his illustrious career.
The unprecedented move to publicly disclose terms by a promoter is not typical in professional boxing. Still, Hearn being a fearless risk-taker, breaks the norm and speaks about the conditions laid by Canelo. Although no legally binding agreement is in place yet, Hearn shared that Canelo was willing to take on Benavidez under certain terms.
“Canelo, as the reigning world champion, has some specifics he wants to be met,” stated Hearn. “He respects Benavidez as a fighter and is up for the challenge, but it must be on his grand terms.”
Part of Canelo’s TERMS, according to Hearn, include the necessity for the fight to take place in a prominent boxing arena capable of accommodating a large audience. As a leading attraction in the sport, Canelo aims to ensure that the fight is made readily available for as many supporters as possible. This demands stadiums that can fit his ever-growing fan base.
Another key term addressed by Hearn is the potential pay-per-view distribution. Canelo wants assurance that the fight will have a vast television audience. The Mexican boxer insists on maintaining accessibility for his global followers, showcasing his understanding of the global audience’s significance and his appeal amongst fans.
Hearn also mentioned the financial aspect of the deal. Without going into specific numbers, he stated that “Canelo is keen to have the lion’s share of the purse. Given his status, he feels justified in this term.” However, Hearn was quick to add that discussions around these specifics are ongoing, and an agreement has not yet been reached.
David Benavidez, a former super middleweight champion, is known for his aggressive style and powerful punches. However, having lost his title on the scales last year, he must prove himself against a formidable rival such as Canelo. This will indeed be a litmus test for the young American, creating anticipation amongst boxing fanatics.
Although these terms are seemingly rigid, Hearn suggests they’re not final. The British promoter highlighted that Alvarez is known for being a reasonable negotiator, on top of being an outstanding boxing spectacle. The definitive details and confirmations are yet to be made public.
However, the discussions led by Hearn about Canelo’s TERMS for the David Benavidez fight offer insight into the scope of negotiations behind such high-profile boxing matches. It further underscores the intentionality with which Canelo seems to approach his bouts.
With an array of championship titles under his belt, including the WBA (Super), WBC, and The Ring super-middleweight titles, Alvarez brings a particular aura to the table. Combined with Benavidez’s raw power and hunger for redemption, the prospects of this match are certainly thrilling for the boxing world.
Though much is to be decided, what we know for sure is that if this fight comes to fruition, it will indeed be a pugilistic masterpiece par excellence. And undoubtedly, the terms set forth by Canelo once again prove his understanding of the sport and his intention to maintain his position in the boxing kingdom.
