“Doing Canelo a Favor”: Fans Support Dmitry Bivol’s Move of Snubbing Canelo Alvarez Rematch; Targets Artur Beterbiev Fight

The simmering rivalry between boxing legends Dmitry Bivol and Canelo Alvarez has taken an unexpected turn, as revealed in a tweet by Michael Benson. According to Benson, Bivol’s manager, Vadim Kornilov, claims, “They don’t want a rematch… A rematch cannot take place on the same terms as the fight you lost. It’s stupid. We are looking forward. Artur Beterbiev is our target” [@ESPNKnockOut].

From the initial bout that ended with Canelo’s surprising defeat to Bivol, the tension has been palpable. The incident served as a turning point in their rivalry, leading to a volley of verbal jabs, each vowing to best the other in a rematch. Their history, marked by a relentless pursuit of supremacy, has often culminated in tense standoffs and heated exchanges.

Bivol’s ambition has always been clear: to challenge Canelo for the titles and secure his place in boxing history. His latest statement, however, deviates from this trajectory, shifting focus to Artur Beterbiev instead. A seemingly unconventional move in a saga characterized by predictability, it disrupts the course of this narrative, hinting at an intriguing twist in this thrilling rivalry.

It’s said that in the boxing ring, the only thing you can expect is the unexpected. As the story between Bivol and Canelo unfolds, this adage seems to hold more truth than ever.

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The revelation from Bivol’s camp sparked an array of reactions from boxing fans, each revealing a unique perspective on the surprise development. Michael Benson’s tweet ignited an online discussion, shedding light on the diverse viewpoints of the boxing community. A user named Rick Ramos views the situation in an ironic light. In his words, Bivol is “Doing Canelo a favor”.

Another user named Keyboard Warrior suggested that Bivol might be capitalizing on his previous victory, stating, “Bivol running with that lucky win 💀”.

Ian, another fan, took a different stance. He offered a bold suggestion for Bivol to “fight Canelo in his weight and retire him”, alluding to a potential challenge that could end Canelo’s illustrious career.

In a humorous take on the traditional concept of rematches, Tony Acosta says, “That’s the literal definition of a rematch… fight again under the same terms and conditions lol”. Acosta’s view stresses the expectation that rematches should ideally be conducted under similar conditions to provide a fair platform for both fighters.

Meanwhile, one user diverged from the discourse about the rematch and brought in a fresh perspective, saying, “Much rather see the Beterbiev fight way more competitive one of the best fights in boxing today Canelo Bivol a fight I have no interest in wasn’t competitive at all.”

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In the end, isn’t that what we all love about boxing? The unpredictability, the drama, the raw emotions that a single fight can evoke? For Bivol, would you prefer the rematch with Canelo or the fresh challenge posed by Beterbiev? Share your thoughts and keep the conversation going in the comments below.

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