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“Just to Get Outboxed”: Video of David Benavidez Training iDubbbz Hours Before Alex Wassabi Fight Makes Boxing World Go Wild

Published 04/16/2023, 11:34 AM EDT

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Celebrity boxing is a new genre within boxing. Many celebrities and influencers around the world are interested to get into the square ring and compete. They get to be the center of attention and there is a high financial incentive to do so. One such influencer who recently got into boxing was IDubbbz. He is a YouTuber who fought on the “Creator Clash 2” card against Alex Wassabi.

Wassabi himself is a YouTuber but has competed before. He fought and defeated Deji in their bout and was a potential opponent for KSI. Recently, a clip surfaced on social media which included IDubbz training alongside David Benavidez, a professional boxer. The same embarked on a discussion amongst fans who pitched in their thoughts and opinions.

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Fans wonder why iDubbz was training with David Benavidez

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iDubbbz was defeated by Wassabi in their bout. In a 4-round contest, Wassabi defeats the debutant via a unanimous decision. Though, a video was released on social media in which it appears that the appears YouTuber was training alongside a super middleweight fighter, David Benavidez.

@IfnBoxing took to Twitter and reported the video. The Tweet stated, “Idubbbz was undergoing boxing training with David Benavidez for his upcoming professional boxing bout against Alex Wassabi on Creator Clash 2.”

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The fans were quick to share their thoughts and opinions upon witnessing the two train together.

One fan realized why the debutant got defeated. @Horsed00d00: Not surprised he lost. He’s missing a lot in the athletic department.”

One fan wonders if the training was all in vain.@Kloppista_LFC: “Just to get out boxed by Wassabi.”

Another fan named @MumbleCakes made his satirical proposal: “I should box the mullet so I could be considered a “pro””

While one fan could not believe what he was witnessing. @Gloryisyadad: “Yo wtf this is a simulation”

Evident to say, the fans were shocked to see two personalities from different realms of life meet. Though iDubbz was not the victor in his bout it still opens up many potential bouts for him as he has made his debut. Do you think he should make his return? If so, against whom? Let us know your thoughts and opinions with us in the comments below.

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Harddit Bedi

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Harddit Bedi is a passionate Boxing writer at EssentiallySports, who specializes in covering the off-court drama of athletes. He has a keen interest in the untold stories of boxers. Harddit is a firm believer in the primal nature of boxing, which he views as the oldest and most fundamental sport known to mankind.
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Anuj Jacob