Boxing enthusiasts eagerly await a potential matchup between Canelo Alvarez and David Benavidez, with September speculated as a possible date for the highly anticipated fight.
Edgar Berlanga Backs Benavidez:
NABO super middleweight champion Edgar Berlanga has voiced his support for David Benavidez, asserting that he would back the young contender over Canelo Alvarez if the fight materializes this year. Berlanga questions Alvarez’s current skill level at 33 years old.
During an interview with BoxingScene, Berlanga expressed his belief that Benavidez could “breeze through” Alvarez, highlighting the Mexican’s age and suggesting that no one has successfully achieved such a feat except Dmitry Bivol.
Berlanga’s Candid Commentary:
Berlanga emphasizes that for Benavidez to secure victory, he must fight true to himself without succumbing to pressure. He references Jermell Charlo’s performance as a fighter failing to rise to the occasion.
Known for his outspoken nature, Berlanga didn’t hold back in his assessment. As he prepares for his upcoming bout against Padraig McCrory on February 24, the 26-year-old boxer is eyeing a significant challenge for his next fight, aiming to improve his record to 22-0.