In a remarkable comeback, Jermall Charlo, the WBC middleweight world champion, made his return to the ring after an almost two-and-a-half-year hiatus. His opponent, Jose Benavidez Jr., proved to be a tough challenge, setting the stage for a ten-round bout. Charlo’s initial struggles, including him missing the weight at 166.5 lbs for the 163 lbs catchweight fight, raised eyebrows. Despite losing a portion of his purse, Charlo faced a determined Benavidez Jr., who sought to capitalize on the champion’s inactivity.

The early moments of the fight showcased Charlo’s rustiness, with a tentative start allowing the underdog to gain confidence. Charlo found his rhythm towards the end of the first round, delivering a hard counter right hand that staggered Benavidez Jr. As the bout progressed, Charlo’s superior boxing skills became evident. Despite Benavidez Jr.’s attempts to rally, Charlo maintained control. In the end, Charlo’s dominance persisted, leading to a unanimous decision victory.

Jose Benavidez Jr. addresses his loss against Jermall Charlo

Recently, Benavidez Jr. took to Instagram to make a post addressing his most recent loss. In the post, he shared a picture of himself along with his wife. In the caption, he stated, “Didn’t get the win but I went to fight and like I said I was.” It appears that the loss hasn’t managed to dampen his spirits in the least, and he is prepared to make a comeback later on.

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Even though he lost the fight, it is undeniable that Jose Benavidez Jr. pulled off an incredible display of might. He was able to back up his words prior to the fight and indeed proved to be a tough nut to crack. Even though Charlo had returned after more than two years, Benavidez showed off an impressive tenacity.

Fans’ reaction to Benavidez’s heartfelt message

As the post surfaced on social media, fans quickly showed their support for the Mexican boxer. One fan praised, “Dude! It was great to see you in the ring and BATTLING like you did. Keep pushing, we’re proud of you. We always got your back.” Another fan complimented his performance, stating, “Head high champ you looked great.” Meanwhile, a fan told Benavidez to “Keep pushing champ you got this homie!”

Someone else shared the fans’ perspective and stated, “Keep that head up Jose! Old school fighter regardless you always show up and that’s what the fans love.” Another fan chimed in writing, “Great fight.. takes great heart to attempt what you did!!” A fan advised Benavidez to “Never stopped going for it” and called him a “real fighter.” Furthermore, the fan wrote, “Warrior spirit without a doubt.”

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Overall, fans were appreciative of Benavidez’s latest effort against a highly skilled boxer. What are your thoughts about the fight? Do share what you think in the comments below.

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