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“Everybody’s Waiting for That Fight”: Rolando Romero Picks David Benavidez to Win Against Canelo Alvarez Following Demetrius Andrade Victory

Published 11/27/2023, 5:21 PM EST

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In the electrifying aftermath of David Benavidez’s triumph over Demetrius Andrade, the boxing world buzzes with one question: What’s next? Enter Rolando Romero, a name synonymous with sharp insights in the ring. In a recent tête-à-tête with Fight Hub TV, Romero dropped a bombshell prediction that’s stirring the pot. His target? The much-anticipated, yet hypothetical, slugfest between Benavidez and Canelo Alvarez.

Romero’s words, laced with the confidence of an insider, hinted at an unexpected edge for Benavidez. What could this mean for the future of boxing’s elite? The answer lies not just in Romero’s words but also in the unspoken, subtle nuances of a fighter’s perspective.

Roland Romero on who can take the harder hit

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David Benavidez’s recent dominating win over Demetrius Andrade has set the boxing world ablaze, positioning him as a formidable force in the super-middleweight division. This spectacular victory has amplified the clamor for a showdown with Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez, a matchup fans are eagerly anticipating. In this charged atmosphere, Rolando Romero’s recent interview with Fight Hub TV provides an intriguing perspective.

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Romero, with an air of admiration, commended Benavidez, saying, “Benavidez is a tremendous fighter man, that’s all I will say. He got really long a** arms.” He recognized Benavidez’s unique physical advantage, hinting at how this could play out in a potential fight with Canelo. “I think everybody’s waiting for that fight man. But I think honestly Benavidez might take that sh*t. Man, he can crack bro. He don’t stop throwing once he gets one you know. But you know we’re going to have to see. We want to see that fight happen, right?”

The interviewer, delving deeper, questioned Romero about the dynamics of a Benavidez-Canelo clash, particularly focusing on Canelo’s renowned firepower. Romero’s response was candid, yet analytical. He said, “Yeah that’s the thing, I mean I think that’s why you know it’s going to come to whoever can take a shot better.” This insight underscores the nuanced understanding that Romero, as a professional in the sport, has of the critical factors that could influence the outcome of such a high-stakes match. A former boxer also had a say about this fight.

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Paulie Malignaggi urges Canelo to face David Benavidez

Former boxer Paulie Malignaggi strongly advocated for a title fight between David Benavidez and Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez. In his YouTube channel video, Malignaggi expressed deep admiration for Benavidez, emphasizing the disservice in denying him a title shot against Canelo. He highlighted Canelo’s undisputed champion status, portraying it as both a remarkable achievement and a responsibility.

“You have all the titles. It makes it more and more inexcusable for a guy this impressive to not be given a title fight. I mean it’s an outright duck at this point,” Malignaggi asserted. He concluded that Canelo should either face Benavidez or bear the consequences, including the potential of being stripped of his titles for overlooking such a formidable opponent.

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As we await the developments, one question looms large: Who do you think would emerge victorious in this epic showdown, and what would this mean for the future of the super-middleweight division?

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