David Benavidez is ready to shake up the boxing world with a bold move! He's setting his sights on the light heavyweight division, targeting the formidable champions Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev. But here's the twist: he's taking a detour through the cruiserweight class first.
After a successful title defense against Anthony Yarde, Benavidez announced his intention to move up in weight. The young champion aims to challenge Gilberto Ramirez for the cruiserweight titles, a move that has the boxing community buzzing. However, this cruiserweight stint might just be a brief adventure.
Benavidez confidently stated, 'I'm fighting Zurdo Ramirez, and then we're coming back down to face Bivol and Beterbiev.' This ambitious plan has been his primary goal since joining the 175-pound division. But why the detour?
Well, it all started with Bivol's victory over Beterbiev in their rematch, which led to the WBC ordering a fight between Bivol and Benavidez for the undisputed champion status. Bivol, however, chose a different path, opting for a trilogy with Beterbiev and dropping the belt. This highly anticipated bout didn't materialize due to Bivol's back surgery.
Benavidez, with an impressive record, believes his path is set. He asserts that Bivol and Beterbiev will inevitably cross his path. But will they? And what if they do? This is where it gets controversial. Some argue that Benavidez's confidence might be his downfall, while others believe he's the future of the division.
What do you think? Is Benavidez on the right track, or is he biting off more than he can chew? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!
