David Benavidez is continuing to push for a potential showdown with Saúl 'Canelo' Álvarez, despite numerous rejections from the Mexican boxing star. Benavidez, who recently became the WBC 175-pound champion following Dmitry Bivol's unexpected title vacating, believes he presents the ultimate challenge for boxing's biggest name.
During his appearance on the 'Pound 4 Pound' podcast hosted by UFC stars Kamaru Usman and Henry Cejudo, Benavidez made a bold claim about what a fight with Canelo would mean.
"If Canelo fights me today, it would probably be the most important fight of his career. That would be the biggest paycheck he would earn in his career," Benavidez stated confidently.
The timing remains complicated, as Canelo already has his next bout scheduled against undefeated Terence Crawford (41-0) for September 13. Meanwhile, Benavidez, also known as the 'Mexican Monster,' is still without a confirmed opponent, though rumors suggest he could face either Callum Smith (31-2) or Anthony Yarde (27-3).
According to Statbet analysis, a potential Canelo-Benavidez matchup would likely generate one of the highest pay-per-view revenues in boxing history given their contrasting styles and the tension that has built between them over years of callouts.
Benavidez didn't hold back when addressing Canelo directly during the interview: "If I'm such a bad fighter that you could come beat me and I'm nothing, why don't you come? Earn people's respect and earn a good paycheck. What's the problem?"
The boxing world continues to watch this developing rivalry, with many fans hoping the two will eventually settle their differences in the ring.
